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M274 POB

1995 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,641 mi
Last recorded37,641 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1995 Rover Metro53,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM274 POB
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 37,641 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 36,255 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 35,619 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 34,212 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 31,343 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 31,343 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,143 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,490 miles

All tyres showing age related cracks on sidewalls

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

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 2 Mar 2010 16,979 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,969 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,118 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 14,276 miles

suspension low advise pump up as it is damaging the front exhaust pipe and the sump

Pass 27 Feb 2006 13,571 miles

suspension low advise pump up

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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M274 POB is a 1995 Rover Metro in Blue 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 M274 POB, 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.

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What year was M274 POB registered?

M274 POB is a 1995 Rover Metro, first registered on 17 March 1995.

Is M274 POB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M274 POB 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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