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L371 BDX

1994 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,145 mi
Last recorded71,145 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2008
Typical for 1994 Rover Metro54,753 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL371 BDX
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2008 71,145 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

nearside front wheel damaged

Pass 22 Oct 2007 68,154 miles

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

both rear wheel arches corroding

Pass 31 Oct 2006 65,390 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 62,523 miles

offside floor to sill corroded

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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L371 BDX is a 1994 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L371 BDX, 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 L371 BDX registered?

L371 BDX is a 1994 Rover Metro, first registered on 27 June 1994.

Is L371 BDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L371 BDX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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