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P480 LJH

1997 Rover Metro

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,529 mi
Last recorded11,529 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover Metro46,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP480 LJH
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 11,529 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2023 11,527 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2021 11,509 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 11,430 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 11,378 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 11,377 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 11,333 miles

Nearside Rear Gas suspension accumulator partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Rear Gas suspension accumulator partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 21 May 2010 9,737 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 9,444 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 9,289 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 9,153 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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P480 LJH is a 1997 Rover Metro in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P480 LJH, 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.

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What year was P480 LJH registered?

P480 LJH is a 1997 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P480 LJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P480 LJH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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