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D579 GAV

1987 MG Metro

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,400 mi
Last recorded78,400 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2006
Typical for 1987 MG Metro54,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD579 GAV
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2006 78,400 miles

floor starting to rust at frount and rear.

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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D579 GAV is a 1987 MG Metro in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 54,003 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 D579 GAV, 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 39 years old, this MG Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D579 GAV registered?

D579 GAV is a 1987 MG Metro, first registered on 27 May 1987.

Is D579 GAV safe to buy?

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