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M235 WVX

1995 Rover Metro

Green Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,168 mi
Last recorded58,168 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 1995 Rover Metro53,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM235 WVX
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 58,168 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 54,889 miles

rear valance behind bumper corroded

Fail 31 May 2019 54,889 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sets (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension system inoperative both (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

rear valance behind bumper corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2016 52,731 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 49,214 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 46,946 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 45,487 miles

Rear bumper insecure

both rear wheel arches starting to rust

Pass 30 Mar 2012 44,417 miles

n/s/rear wheel arch starting to rust

Pass 28 Apr 2011 43,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 42,199 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 40,980 miles

N/S/Rear wheel arch starting to rust

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 39,855 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 38,947 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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M235 WVX is a 1995 Rover Metro in Green with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1995 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 53,774 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 M235 WVX, 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 31 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 M235 WVX registered?

M235 WVX is a 1995 Rover Metro, first registered on 9 March 1995.

Is M235 WVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M235 WVX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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