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P738 TGN

1997 Rover Metro

Purple Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,411 mi
Last recorded33,411 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Rover Metro46,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP738 TGN
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 33,411 miles

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

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

corrosion staring to effect side sills and jack points.

Fail 20 Jul 2016 33,383 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

corrosion staring to effect side sills and jack points.

Pass 19 Jun 2013 32,639 miles

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

Nearside rear wheel arch corroded

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

Pass 29 Apr 2012 22,821 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 21,804 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 21,804 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 21,251 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 20,669 miles

Advise exhaust front flexy section fairly corroded.

Advise loose bits rattling in centre silencer.

Pass 4 Feb 2008 19,122 miles

o/s mirror cracked but not affecting drivers view

Pass 13 Feb 2007 18,638 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 17,292 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 17,292 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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P738 TGN is a 1997 Rover Metro in Purple with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P738 TGN, 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

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What year was P738 TGN registered?

P738 TGN is a 1997 Rover Metro, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is P738 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P738 TGN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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