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TPB 363X

1982 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

34,029 mi
Last recorded34,029 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 1982 Rover Metro38,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPB 363X
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 34,029 miles

All underneath cover with black under seal

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Mar 2014 34,005 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2013 31,894 miles

Brake Warnig Light On.

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Jan 2013 31,841 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake Warnig Light On.

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,682 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 27,682 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 23,503 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Mar 2011 23,503 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2010 23,094 miles

Oil leak

indicator speed slightly fast

o/s front tyre worn outer edge

Fail 29 Jan 2010 23,084 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

indicator speed slightly fast

o/s front tyre worn outer edge

Fail 17 Feb 2009 21,657 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 21,657 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 21,449 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 21,197 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 21,197 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 20,537 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 20,537 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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TPB 363X is a 1982 Rover Metro in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1982 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 38,345 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TPB 363X, 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 44 years old, this Rover Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TPB 363X registered?

TPB 363X is a 1982 Rover Metro, first registered on 25 January 1982.

Is TPB 363X safe to buy?

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