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D821 ACJ

1986 MG Metro Turbo

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

67,985 mi
Last recorded67,985 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1986 MG Metro Turbo44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD821 ACJ
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 67,985 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Slight corrosion to front brake pipes

Fail 27 Jun 2017 67,985 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Slight corrosion to front brake pipes

Pass 15 Jan 2016 67,950 miles

Genral corrosion to suspension and underside of vehicle

Suspension on offside of vehicle low but not on bump stops

Fail 11 Jan 2016 67,950 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Genral corrosion to suspension and underside of vehicle

Suspension on offside of vehicle low but not on bump stops

Pass 4 Nov 2014 67,939 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 67,913 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 67,913 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 67,896 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 67,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

n/s/r wheel arch corroded

o/s/f inner wheel arch corroded

steering coupling rubber perished

How Reliable is the MG Metro Turbo?

Based on 1,009 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 64
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 40
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 34
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 32
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D821 ACJ is a 1986 MG Metro Turbo in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1986 MG Metro Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 44,034 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 Turbo fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D821 ACJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Metro Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this MG Metro Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D821 ACJ registered?

D821 ACJ is a 1986 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 22 September 1986.

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