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K653 YPM

1992 Rover Metro

Black Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

53,833 mi
Last recorded53,833 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2010
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK653 YPM
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2010 53,833 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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)

ind cover missing

only one washer n/s

rear valance e.c

Pass 31 Mar 2009 51,522 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion bonnet

w/arches ec

Fail 25 Mar 2009 51,522 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion bonnet

w/arches ec

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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K653 YPM is a 1992 Rover Metro in Black with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K653 YPM, 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 K653 YPM registered?

K653 YPM is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K653 YPM safe to buy?

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