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NJB 533X

1981 Rover Metro

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,102 mi
Last recorded127,102 miles
Recorded on21 May 2022
Typical for 1981 Rover Metro42,988 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJB 533X
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2022 127,102 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 127,102 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 127,102 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 127,102 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 127,102 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 127,102 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 127,102 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2011 127,102 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 127,102 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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NJB 533X is a 1981 Rover Metro in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NJB 533X, 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 NJB 533X?

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What year was NJB 533X registered?

NJB 533X is a 1981 Rover Metro, first registered on 4 December 1981.

Is NJB 533X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJB 533X shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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