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L157 VPX

1994 Rover Metro

Yellow Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

509,736 mi
Last recorded509,736 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2006
Typical for 1994 Rover Metro54,753 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL157 VPX
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2006 509,736 miles

Both front tyres scrubbed on inner edges

Both seat padded bases loose

Door and boot latches loose

Light play at nearside rear radius arm

Low water supply to windscreen

No rear seats or belts fitted at time of test

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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L157 VPX is a 1994 Rover Metro in Yellow with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L157 VPX, 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.

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What year was L157 VPX registered?

L157 VPX is a 1994 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L157 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L157 VPX shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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