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Rover Metro

White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,120 cc

L32 UEMMOT history

L32 UEM is a white petrol Rover Metro first used on 21 Jun 1994. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 26,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2026
Mileage
26,924 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L32 UEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Metro
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,120 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
21 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L32 UEM was last recorded at 26,924 miles on 1 Jul 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,922 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 26,924 miles
  • 2024 – 25,338 miles
  • 2023 – 18,081 miles
  • 2022 – 16,079 miles
  • 2021 – 15,879 miles
  • 2016 – 15,831 miles
  • 2015 – 15,751 miles
  • 2014 – 15,615 miles
  • 2013 – 15,459 miles
  • 2012 – 15,135 miles
  • 2011 – 14,822 miles
  • 2010 – 14,535 miles
  • 2009 – 14,151 miles
  • 2008 – 13,729 miles
  • 2007 – 13,320 miles
  • 2006 – 12,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,924 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement RADIUS ARM FREEPLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,924 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    26,924 miles
    Test number
    668961686048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement RADIUS ARM FREEPLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail26,922 miles (+1,584)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,922 miles
    Test number
    186444431281
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement RADIUS ARM FREEPLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass25,338 miles (+7,257)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    25,338 miles
    Test number
    880092320903
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass18,081 miles (+2,002)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    18,081 miles
    Test number
    467078946955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass16,079 miles (+200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    16,079 miles
    Test number
    408650336223
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion too vehicle

  6. Pass15,879 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    15,879 miles
    Test number
    265918363162
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass15,831 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    15,831 miles
    Test number
    820490786505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass15,751 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    15,751 miles
    Test number
    396849355183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail15,748 miles (+133)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,748 miles
    Test number
    287273155152
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass15,615 miles (+156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    15,615 miles
    Test number
    429508744179
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

  11. Pass15,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    15,459 miles
    Test number
    758177933183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail15,459 miles (+324)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,459 miles
    Test number
    257127533155
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass15,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    15,135 miles
    Test number
    706787232178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail15,133 miles (+311)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,133 miles
    Test number
    176577732191
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  15. Pass14,822 miles (+287)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,822 miles
    Test number
    249817931127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront suspension height low

  16. Pass14,535 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    14,535 miles
    Test number
    653802850106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    14,151 miles
    Test number
    240473139485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail14,151 miles (+422)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,151 miles
    Test number
    454303039180
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

  19. Pass13,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    13,729 miles
    Test number
    614836158181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail13,726 miles (+406)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,726 miles
    Test number
    783606658119
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  21. Fail13,320 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,320 miles
    Test number
    184466957154
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass13,320 miles (+431)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    13,320 miles
    Test number
    550376757177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,889 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,889 miles
    Test number
    484091756101
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

Questions about L32 UEM

Does L32 UEM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L32 UEM expired on 15 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L32 UEM?
The MOT on L32 UEM expired on 15 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L32 UEM done?
L32 UEM was recorded at 26,924 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2025, an average of 735 miles a year.
Has L32 UEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L32 UEM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L32 UEM 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 L32 UEM find?
L32 UEM passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm freeplay.

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