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K517 FBE

1992 Rover Metro

White Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,920 mi
Last recorded126,920 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK517 FBE
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 126,920 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 124,992 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 122,394 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 118,966 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 115,456 miles

Centre Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 6 Mar 2015 115,456 miles

Centre Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 111,280 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 107,081 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 101,599 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 96,568 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 91,203 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 86,121 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 82,522 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 80,004 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 80,004 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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K517 FBE is a 1992 Rover Metro in White with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K517 FBE, 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 K517 FBE registered?

K517 FBE is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 5 August 1992.

Is K517 FBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K517 FBE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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