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R715 AAB

1997 Rover Metro

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,278 mi
Last recorded31,278 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Rover Metro46,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR715 AAB
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 31,278 miles

Oil leak

exhaust downpipe starting to corrode

Pass 13 Nov 2012 16,029 miles

Front bumper insecure

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear suspension slightly weak

Pass 11 Oct 2011 15,625 miles

nearside rear wheel arch has surface corrosion.

rear suspension slightly soft.

Pass 13 Oct 2010 15,023 miles

Oil leak

both rear wheel arches surface corrosion.

Fail 12 Oct 2010 15,012 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear wheel arches surface corrosion.

Pass 19 Oct 2009 14,545 miles

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

both rear wheel arches has surface corrosion.

Pass 13 Oct 2008 13,932 miles

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

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

both rear wheel arches surface corrosion.

Fail 13 Oct 2008 13,932 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

both rear wheel arches surface corrosion.

Pass 7 Nov 2007 13,229 miles

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

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

both rear wheel arches surface corrosion.

nearside front wing has slight damage.

Pass 20 Nov 2006 12,455 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2005 11,678 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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R715 AAB is a 1997 Rover Metro in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R715 AAB, 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 R715 AAB registered?

R715 AAB is a 1997 Rover Metro, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R715 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R715 AAB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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