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L129 AAY

1994 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

57,859 mi
Last recorded57,859 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 1994 Rover Metro54,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL129 AAY
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 57,859 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 57,704 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 57,697 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 57,619 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear panel as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both rear wheels no effort (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2020 57,259 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 57,259 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 55,912 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 54,667 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 53,414 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 51,912 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 51,912 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 51,606 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 51,606 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 51,598 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 51,582 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 51,234 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 50,558 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 49,613 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 48,369 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2009 48,369 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 46,719 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 44,508 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 42,634 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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L129 AAY is a 1994 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1994 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 54,753 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 L129 AAY, 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 32 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 L129 AAY registered?

L129 AAY is a 1994 Rover Metro, first registered on 25 February 1994.

Is L129 AAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L129 AAY shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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