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P771 OSF

1997 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,556 mi
Last recorded53,556 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Rover Metro46,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP771 OSF
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2006 53,556 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 48,276 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

exhaust corroded at rear sump corroded oil leak radiator deteriorated

rear brake pipes to wheel cylinders corroded

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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P771 OSF is a 1997 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P771 OSF, 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 P771 OSF registered?

P771 OSF is a 1997 Rover Metro, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P771 OSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P771 OSF shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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