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R119 FTU

1998 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,915 mi
Last recorded28,915 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Rover Metro39,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 FTU
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 28,915 miles

reverse lamps not working

Pass 19 Dec 2019 28,906 miles

suspension low

Pass 12 Dec 2018 28,805 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 28,558 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 28,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 28,247 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 27,943 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 27,568 miles

both rear wheel arches rusty

Pass 18 Dec 2013 27,282 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 26,864 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 26,341 miles

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

only one washer jet working

Pass 16 Dec 2010 25,725 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 25,014 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 24,225 miles

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

some corrosion aruond o/s/r wheel arch

Pass 14 Dec 2007 23,500 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 23,496 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 22,691 miles

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

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 16 Dec 2005 21,740 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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R119 FTU is a 1998 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 39,006 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 R119 FTU, 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 28 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 R119 FTU registered?

R119 FTU is a 1998 Rover Metro, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R119 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R119 FTU shows 18 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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