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A207 GLH

1983 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,265 mi
Last recorded35,265 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Rover Metro48,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA207 GLH
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 35,265 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 35,025 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 32,183 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 32,130 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 31,870 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 31,270 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 30,561 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 30,232 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 29,880 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 28,616 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 28,612 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 23,896 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 23,456 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 21,950 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 20,835 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 18,513 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 18,304 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 24 Oct 2007 18,304 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 18,053 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 17,860 miles

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

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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A207 GLH is a 1983 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 48,399 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 A207 GLH, 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 43 years old, this Rover Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A207 GLH registered?

A207 GLH is a 1983 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A207 GLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A207 GLH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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