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P990 SLG

1997 Rover Metro

White Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,748 mi
Last recorded38,748 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Rover Metro46,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP990 SLG
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 38,748 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 37,587 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

corrosion to the o/s/f sill

Pass 23 Aug 2011 36,240 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 34,970 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 33,632 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 32,113 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 32,113 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 30,089 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 28,137 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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P990 SLG is a 1997 Rover Metro in White with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P990 SLG, 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 P990 SLG registered?

P990 SLG is a 1997 Rover Metro, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P990 SLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P990 SLG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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