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R607 KLJ

1997 Rover Metro

White Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,740 mi
Last recorded48,740 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Rover Metro46,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR607 KLJ
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 48,740 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 48,495 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 48,486 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 47,885 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 47,146 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 47,133 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 46,265 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

corosion o/s/r back panel

rear tyres perishing

sill covers fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2011 46,265 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

corosion o/s/r back panel

rear tyres perishing

sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2010 45,078 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 43,826 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 41,088 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 41,088 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 38,857 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 38,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 36,387 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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R607 KLJ is a 1997 Rover Metro in White with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R607 KLJ, 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 R607 KLJ registered?

R607 KLJ is a 1997 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R607 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R607 KLJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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