Rover Metro S (1991)
1991 Rover Metro S
CarHunch is tracking 14,662 1991 Rover Metro S vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1991 Rover Metro S has a 0% first-time pass rate—a complete collapse compared to the UK average of 80%—which means every single vehicle in this cohort of 14,662 failed its MOT on first attempt. The petrol models show the same grim picture, and with no dangerous defects recorded, the failures appear to stem from accumulated wear rather than safety-critical issues.
At 33 years old, these Metros have simply reached the end of their practical lifespan; the absence of mileage data and zero advisories per vehicle suggests many are barely roadworthy or have been extensively worked on before testing. If you're considering one, budget heavily for remedial work—this isn't a car to buy on a whim, but potentially a restoration project if the bodywork and mechanicals genuinely interest you.
We have 14,662 1991 Rover Metro S vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1991 Rover Metro S
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Rover Metro S
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 14,657 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 4 | 0% | 0 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
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