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A229 FMX

1984 MG Metro

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

78,027 mi
Last recorded78,027 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 MG Metro28,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA229 FMX
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 78,027 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive under engine sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 78,018 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 78,006 miles

Offside Rear OSR brake cylinder, low relative effort, starting to seize, small movement due to brake compensator,annual problem. Advise fit new cylinder.

Pass 20 Aug 2018 77,980 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder slightly damaged but function not impaired Cylinder probably partially seized. Lack of use! Replacement recommended (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 77,969 miles

Offside Rear Brake reading lower than NS. May be partially sticking wheel cylinder.

Pass 28 Apr 2016 77,920 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 77,846 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 77,680 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 77,052 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 76,590 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 76,045 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 75,158 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 74,382 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 74,382 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 74,270 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 73,933 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 73,017 miles

How Reliable is the MG Metro?

Based on 4,136 MOT tests across 697 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
651
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
697
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 199
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 180
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 172
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 166
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A229 FMX is a 1984 MG Metro in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1984 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 28,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 375 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A229 FMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this MG Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A229 FMX registered?

A229 FMX is a 1984 MG Metro, first registered on 13 February 1984.

Is A229 FMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A229 FMX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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