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B321 GBD

1985 MG Metro

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

73,870 mi
Last recorded73,870 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 MG Metro40,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB321 GBD
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 73,870 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 73,832 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 73,797 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 73,737 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 73,600 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 73,481 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 73,373 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 73,268 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 73,128 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 72,853 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 72,583 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 72,388 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 72,091 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 71,606 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 70,554 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 70,554 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 69,216 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 68,374 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 67,402 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 66,919 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 65,984 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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B321 GBD is a 1985 MG Metro in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 B321 GBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B321 GBD registered?

B321 GBD is a 1985 MG Metro, first registered on 28 February 1985.

Is B321 GBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B321 GBD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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