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E101 ARJ

1988 MG Metro

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,632 mi
Last recorded25,632 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1988 MG Metro51,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE101 ARJ
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 25,632 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear body panel rust scalling

Pass 29 Jun 2021 25,093 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 24,291 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 22,445 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 20,124 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 17,848 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 15,584 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 13,498 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 13,485 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 10,896 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 8,615 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 7,204 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 7,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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E101 ARJ is a 1988 MG Metro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1988 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 51,510 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 E101 ARJ, 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 38 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 E101 ARJ?

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What year was E101 ARJ registered?

E101 ARJ is a 1988 MG Metro, first registered on 8 April 1988.

Is E101 ARJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E101 ARJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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