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C609 COD

1985 MG Metro

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,267 mi
Last recorded102,267 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 1985 MG Metro40,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC609 COD
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2011 102,267 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 102,243 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 100,008 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 100,008 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 99,506 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 99,433 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 97,256 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 95,000 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 60,110 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2005 60,110 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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C609 COD is a 1985 MG Metro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 C609 COD, 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 C609 COD registered?

C609 COD is a 1985 MG Metro, first registered on 23 August 1985.

Is C609 COD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C609 COD shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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