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K543 PRH

1992 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,301 mi
Last recorded32,301 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK543 PRH
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 32,301 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 31,907 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2018 31,907 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arches both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 31,444 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 30,925 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 30,924 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

suspension low

Pass 10 Nov 2015 30,187 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 29,386 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

suspension low

Pass 6 Nov 2013 27,797 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 26,601 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 25,734 miles

Fuel filler corroded

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 24,805 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel filler pipe corroded

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 23,776 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2009 23,746 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2008 22,723 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 22,723 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 21,576 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 20,267 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 20,267 miles

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

unable to veiw front brakes

Pass 21 Nov 2005 19,184 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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K543 PRH is a 1992 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K543 PRH, 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.

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What year was K543 PRH registered?

K543 PRH is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 15 December 1992.

Is K543 PRH safe to buy?

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