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B444 EVP

1985 MG Metro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,205 mi
Last recorded38,205 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 1985 MG Metro40,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB444 EVP
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 38,205 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 38,199 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Head lights not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 38,165 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2022 38,165 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 37,991 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 37,984 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake binding

Pass 29 May 2020 37,925 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 37,907 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 37,748 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 37,641 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 37,580 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 37,482 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 37,423 miles

slight corrosion to n/s inner wheel arch / front panel

Pass 3 Jun 2008 37,386 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 37,317 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 37,285 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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B444 EVP is a 1985 MG Metro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 B444 EVP, 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 B444 EVP registered?

B444 EVP is a 1985 MG Metro, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B444 EVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B444 EVP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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