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K240 ERF

1993 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

61,735 mi
Last recorded61,735 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 1993 Rover Metro54,243 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK240 ERF
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 61,735 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rusty underside

wheel trims

Pass 12 Aug 2020 61,656 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake travel

Fail 11 Jun 2020 61,623 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested engine misfiring/running rough (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel pipe damaged corroded and weak patches by upper rear axle beam (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch to floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe damaged over flow pipe partially missing through corrosion (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch to interior (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch to sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all round and also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

heavy corrosion underside vehicle

oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2019 61,172 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 60,046 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 60,044 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 58,969 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 58,226 miles

Centre Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

REAR SERVICE BRAKE JUST MET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

Fail 1 Aug 2016 58,226 miles

Centre Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

REAR SERVICE BRAKE JUST MET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

Pass 17 Jun 2015 57,153 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 57,153 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 55,952 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 54,810 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 53,595 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 53,595 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 52,633 miles

cambelt?

rear wheel arches rusty

Pass 5 Jul 2010 51,736 miles

n/s/r inner arch badly corroied

Pass 8 Jul 2009 50,744 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 49,689 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 48,524 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 47,291 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Metro?

Based on 277,779 MOT tests across 68,023 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
2,089
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
68,023
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 34,808
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 33,671
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,712
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,892
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 13,604
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K240 ERF is a 1993 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1993 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 54,243 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Metro fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34,808 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K240 ERF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Rover Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K240 ERF registered?

K240 ERF is a 1993 Rover Metro, first registered on 24 June 1993.

Is K240 ERF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K240 ERF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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