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L970 MAK

1993 Rover Metro

Grey Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,157 mi
Last recorded71,157 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1993 Rover Metro54,243 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL970 MAK
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 71,157 miles

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Jun 2022 71,147 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seats missing at time of test all

Pass 20 Nov 2019 69,241 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()

Pass 19 Oct 2018 45,836 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 45,819 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 43,159 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 43,139 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 34,910 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 34,899 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 28,073 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 25,043 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 24,783 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2012 24,783 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 24,236 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 24,228 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 23,656 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 22,875 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 22,178 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 21,380 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 20,599 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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L970 MAK is a 1993 Rover Metro in Grey with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 54,243 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 L970 MAK, 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 33 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 L970 MAK registered?

L970 MAK is a 1993 Rover Metro, first registered on 25 October 1993.

Is L970 MAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L970 MAK shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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