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Rover Metro

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,118 cc

K37 PBKMOT history

K37 PBK is a blue petrol Rover Metro first used on 22 May 1993. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 62,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2023
Mileage
62,947 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K37 PBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Metro
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,118 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
22 May 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K37 PBK was last recorded at 62,947 miles on 23 Jun 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,947 miles · 10 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,947 miles
  • 2021 – 62,947 miles
  • 2019 – 59,346 miles
  • 2018 – 49,471 miles
  • 2017 – 49,182 miles
  • 2016 – 45,868 miles
  • 2015 – 39,475 miles
  • 2014 – 32,079 miles
  • 2013 – 30,573 miles
  • 2012 – 25,441 miles
  • 2011 – 24,614 miles
  • 2010 – 24,354 miles
  • 2009 – 24,003 miles
  • 2007 – 23,411 miles
  • 2006 – 22,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,947 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside arches corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,947 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    62,947 miles
    Test number
    733004420317
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside arches corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass62,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,947 miles
    Test number
    410717460644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail62,947 miles (+3,601)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,947 miles
    Test number
    834580086455
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust miss fitting (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced drivers seat mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre close to limit
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame rear mounts slightly worn

  4. Pass59,346 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,346 miles
    Test number
    639281650851
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL RIM DAMAGED...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE... (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS ARE NOT WHITE...
    • AdvisoryWRONG TYPE OF FUEL CAP FITTED BUT SEALING...

  5. Fail59,346 miles (+9,875)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,346 miles
    Test number
    596409857638
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected WIREING TO AND CONECTED TO BATTERY... (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER SILL PANEL HOLED... (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL RIM DAMAGED...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE... (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS ARE NOT WHITE...
    • AdvisoryWRONG TYPE OF FUEL CAP FITTED BUT SEALING...

  6. Pass49,471 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    49,471 miles
    Test number
    350634605206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryService efficiency only just met

  7. Fail49,455 miles (+273)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,455 miles
    Test number
    923322946378
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 4.4 vs 3.5 max (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass49,182 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    49,182 miles
    Test number
    876044996711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,181 miles (+3,313)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,181 miles
    Test number
    973607203793
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  10. Pass45,868 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,868 miles
    Test number
    839426557306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,865 miles (+6,390)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,865 miles
    Test number
    244850647886
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

  12. Pass39,475 miles (+7,396)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,475 miles
    Test number
    335937395007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wipers smearing slightly

  13. Pass32,079 miles (+1,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    32,079 miles
    Test number
    586352374009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass30,573 miles (+5,132)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    30,573 miles
    Test number
    509198693053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,441 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,441 miles
    Test number
    648652402124
    • NoteDAMAGED TO SUMP
    • NoteFUEL FILLER NECK CORRODED

  16. Fail25,438 miles (+824)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,438 miles
    Test number
    528831102172
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDAMAGED TO SUMP
    • NoteFUEL FILLER NECK CORRODED

  17. Pass24,614 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,614 miles
    Test number
    335403781026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,354 miles (+351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,354 miles
    Test number
    974689390043
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

  19. Pass24,003 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,003 miles
    Test number
    692297499090
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  20. Fail24,001 miles (+590)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,001 miles
    Test number
    114786799053
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  21. Pass23,411 miles (+682)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,411 miles
    Test number
    280030347340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,729 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,729 miles
    Test number
    131562236315
    • NoteFull brake inspection.

Questions about K37 PBK

Does K37 PBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K37 PBK expired on 22 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K37 PBK?
The MOT on K37 PBK expired on 22 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K37 PBK done?
K37 PBK was recorded at 62,947 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2022, an average of 2,583 miles a year.
Has K37 PBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K37 PBK has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on K37 PBK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K37 PBK find?
K37 PBK passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2022 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside; nearside front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 5 more.

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