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K26 RSW

1992 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

121,239 mi
Last recorded121,239 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK26 RSW
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 121,239 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 120,749 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 120,513 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 120,070 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 119,849 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 119,812 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 119,458 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 119,319 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 119,151 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 119,027 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 118,720 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 118,635 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 118,450 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 118,325 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 118,102 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 117,867 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 117,867 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 117,504 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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K26 RSW is a 1992 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1992 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 51,343 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 K26 RSW, 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 34 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 K26 RSW registered?

K26 RSW is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K26 RSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K26 RSW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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