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P232 DCU

1997 Rover Metro

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,155 mi
Last recorded60,155 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2007
Typical for 1997 Rover Metro46,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 DCU
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2007 60,155 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 27 Jul 2007 60,155 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 26 Jul 2006 51,437 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 50,497 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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P232 DCU is a 1997 Rover Metro in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 46,384 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 P232 DCU, 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 29 years old, this Rover Metro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P232 DCU?

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What year was P232 DCU registered?

P232 DCU is a 1997 Rover Metro, first registered on 27 May 1997.

Is P232 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P232 DCU 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.

Does P232 DCU have outstanding finance?

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