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B191 JAB

1985 MG Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

90,457 mi
Last recorded90,457 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1985 MG Metro40,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB191 JAB
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 May 2020 90,457 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin Front exhaust leaking from manifold downpipe (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel spigot mounting worn to the extent that wheel is likely to become detached Road wheel loose Unsure as wheel cap cover fitted (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Lower 1/4 of body general corrosion everywhere

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Dec 2005 90,453 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

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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B191 JAB is a 1985 MG Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1985 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 40,465 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 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 375 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B191 JAB, 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 41 years old, this MG Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B191 JAB registered?

B191 JAB is a 1985 MG Metro, first registered on 9 January 1985.

Is B191 JAB safe to buy?

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