The road tax status for J960 ELG is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for J960 ELG?

The MOT for J960 ELG is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 April 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of J960 ELG?

The recorded mileage for J960 ELG is 39,584 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J960 ELG ULEZ compliant?

No, J960 ELG does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1991 Rover Metro 1.3L Petrol · J960 ELG

J960 ELG

1991 Rover Metro (1.3L, petrol). First registered 16/08/1991. Recorded mileage 39,584 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: ROVER METRO
Year / Origin: 1991
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 05/04/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 39,584 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 05/04/2023

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Mileage: 39,584 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1991
Engine: 1275cc

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J960 ELG Key Findings

2 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 04/09/2023
39,584 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
11 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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J960 ELG Mileage History

07/04/202239,412 mi
04/09/202339,584 mi+172 mi

Average of roughly 122 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

J960 ELG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 12:55

MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Rover Metro (J960 ELG) between April 2022 and September 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 September 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed bad blow (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength both inner sills”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength arch (5”.

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