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C42 NUY

1985 MG Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

12,368 mi
Last recorded12,368 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 MG Metro40,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC42 NUY
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 12,368 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 12,291 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 12,184 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 12,105 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2022 12,105 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 11,966 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 11,811 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2020 11,811 miles

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

Fuel pipe damaged filler pipe by fuel cap (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 11,803 miles

Front number plate cracked slightly

Pass 2 Aug 2018 11,793 miles

Front number plate cracked slightly

Pass 4 Aug 2017 11,780 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 4 Aug 2016 11,772 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 11,748 miles

front number plate has slight crack

Pass 15 Jul 2014 11,695 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 11,672 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 11,599 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 11,571 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 11,540 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 11,391 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 11,236 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 10,952 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 10,833 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 10,813 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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C42 NUY is a 1985 MG Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 C42 NUY, 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 C42 NUY registered?

C42 NUY is a 1985 MG Metro, first registered on 2 August 1985.

Is C42 NUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C42 NUY shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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