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D595 XPB

1986 MG Metro

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,690 mi
Last recorded76,690 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2014
Typical for 1986 MG Metro53,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD595 XPB
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2014 76,690 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 76,665 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 76,665 miles

Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 76,653 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 76,610 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 76,610 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 76,554 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 76,428 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 76,428 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 76,346 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 76,298 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 75,939 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 75,583 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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D595 XPB is a 1986 MG Metro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 D595 XPB, 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

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What year was D595 XPB registered?

D595 XPB is a 1986 MG Metro, first registered on 27 October 1986.

Is D595 XPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D595 XPB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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