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B522 BOA

1984 MG Metro

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,470 mi
Last recorded81,470 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2006
Typical for 1984 MG Metro28,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB522 BOA
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2006 81,470 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 81,470 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 80,443 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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B522 BOA is a 1984 MG Metro in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 28,302 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 B522 BOA, 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 42 years old, this MG Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B522 BOA registered?

B522 BOA is a 1984 MG Metro, first registered on 7 September 1984.

Is B522 BOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B522 BOA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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