MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,375 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
How Reliable is the MG Metro?
Based on 4,136 MOT tests across 697 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C8 XEY is a 1986 MG Metro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1986 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 53,318 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 C8 XEY, 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 40 years old, this MG Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of C8 XEY?
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What year was C8 XEY registered?
C8 XEY is a 1986 MG Metro, first registered on 20 February 1986.
Is C8 XEY safe to buy?
The MOT history for C8 XEY shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C8 XEY have outstanding finance?
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