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A929 SGN

1983 MG Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

42,433 mi
Last recorded42,433 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 1983 MG Metro64,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA929 SGN
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 42,433 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 42,408 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 42,286 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 42,068 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 42,067 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 41,105 miles

all 4tyres cracking

Fail 25 Sep 2017 41,105 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

all 4tyres cracking

Pass 26 Aug 2016 39,622 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 39,622 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 38,629 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 37,597 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 36,578 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 34,421 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 30,917 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 30,897 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

oil leak from o/s drive shaft

Pass 13 Oct 2007 30,482 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 29,906 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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A929 SGN is a 1983 MG Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1983 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 64,590 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 A929 SGN, 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 43 years old, this MG Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A929 SGN registered?

A929 SGN is a 1983 MG Metro, first registered on 7 October 1983.

Is A929 SGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A929 SGN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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