TBC
1993 Rover Metro Rio
United Kingdom • 18 Feb 2026 • Lot 420
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1993 Austin Metro Rio, with only 30,939 miles, is a limited edition in Nightfire Red with a grey interior. It has a long MOT and history, making it a tempting modern classic.
Condition
7
Slight wear, fabulous condition suggested.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
SAXXPDNEBAD518937
Chassis No:
Odometer:
30,939 miles
L186FEP
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Showing only 30,939 miles; Rio limited editionFirst registered in August 1993, with six former keepers joining the current custodian in August 2024.
Finished in Nightfire Red, nicely complemented by a grey interior in fabulous condition — the sort of cabin that suggests careful use rather than hard miles.The headline, of course, is the mileage: a remarkably modest 30,939 miles, which aligns neatly with the MOT history held on the database.
The current MOT runs until September 2026, and the history folder includes three earlier MOT certificates, the original sales invoice, security card, and VIN sticker — all reassuring signs of a car that has been kept rather than merely owned.In short, a delightful little Metro that offers a rare chance to acquire a low-mileage limited edition in unusually honest condition.
A tempting prospect for collectors of emerging modern classics or anyone who remembers these cars with affection.Has been starting on the button whilst on site for the pictures ...
Points of note
£338
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£1,776
Median Price (Since 2020)
£8,250
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Sep 29 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
30,916 miles
Registration Date
1993-08-30
MOT History
Passed
On Sep 30 2025 with 30,916 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Nearside Rear outer sill and wheel arch corroded
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Front outer indicator covers missing
Failed
On Sep 25 2025 with 30,901 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Major:
- Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box (8.2.2.1 (b))
- Emissions unable to be completed hole in rear box (8.2.1.2 (d))
- Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Nearside Rear outer sill and wheel arch corroded
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On Feb 16 2024 with 30,748 miles
There were 8 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Nearside front fluid suspension height low
- (Dangerous) Steering pulls badly to the nearside
- Reversing lamps not working
Failed
On Feb 08 2024 with 30,737 miles
There were 10 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Nearside front fluid suspension height low
- (Dangerous) Steering pulls badly to the nearside
- Reversing lamps not working
Passed
On Aug 24 2022 with 29,991 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion to rigid section of nearside and offside front flexy brake hose assemblies (1.1.11 (c))
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion to nearside front rigid brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
Failed
On Aug 10 2022 with 29,991 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Major:
- Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
- Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Excessive corrosion to rear nearside inner sill endcap area within subframe mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Rear of offside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Excessive corrosion to rear lower edge of offside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Visible corrosion to rear offside inner sill endcap area within subframe mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion to rigid section of nearside and offside front flexy brake hose assemblies (1.1.11 (c))
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion to nearside front rigid brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Aug 11 2015 with 29,958 miles
Failed
On Apr 24 2014 with 29,952 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)
Passed
On Apr 24 2014 with 29,952 miles
Passed
On Feb 28 2013 with 29,874 miles
Passed
On Sep 02 2011 with 28,479 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- rear arches starting to corrode and rear of sills
Passed
On Sep 06 2010 with 27,500 miles
Failed
On Sep 06 2010 with 27,500 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Passed
On Sep 03 2009 with 26,540 miles
Passed
On Sep 03 2008 with 25,399 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Passed
On Sep 04 2007 with 24,149 miles
Failed
On Sep 04 2007 with 24,149 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Passed
On Sep 02 2006 with 22,831 miles
Passed
On Sep 10 2005 with 22,166 miles
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