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VFK 626X

1981 Rover Metro

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

137 mi
Last recorded137 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Rover Metro42,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFK 626X
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 137 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 61,623 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 61,599 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 61,599 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2018 61,507 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2017 61,286 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 60,954 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Sep 2008 55,311 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 55,311 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 49,232 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 43,374 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 37,330 miles

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

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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VFK 626X is a 1981 Rover Metro in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 42,988 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 VFK 626X, 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 45 years old, this Rover Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VFK 626X?

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What year was VFK 626X registered?

VFK 626X is a 1981 Rover Metro, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is VFK 626X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFK 626X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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