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A453 KEX

1983 MG Metro Turbo

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,027 mi
Last recorded68,027 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 MG Metro Turbo67,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA453 KEX
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 68,027 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 67,945 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 67,779 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 67,420 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 67,420 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 67,260 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 67,260 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid screen washers not working (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers not working (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 67,068 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 65,893 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 65,893 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 63,882 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 63,270 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2007 63,259 miles

Chip in windscreen zone B less than 40mm.

Offside front tyre 2mm.

How Reliable is the MG Metro Turbo?

Based on 1,009 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 64
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 40
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 34
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 32
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A453 KEX is a 1983 MG Metro Turbo in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1983 MG Metro Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 67,862 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Metro Turbo fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A453 KEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Metro Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this MG Metro Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A453 KEX registered?

A453 KEX is a 1983 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 1 October 1983.

Is A453 KEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A453 KEX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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