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E311 WTJ

1988 MG Metro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,853 mi
Last recorded52,853 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1988 MG Metro51,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE311 WTJ
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 52,853 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 52,721 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 52,587 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 52,572 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 50,418 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 50,402 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 46,968 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 46,968 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 42,136 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 42,134 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 36,173 miles

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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E311 WTJ is a 1988 MG Metro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 E311 WTJ, 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.

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What year was E311 WTJ registered?

E311 WTJ is a 1988 MG Metro, first registered on 30 June 1988.

Is E311 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E311 WTJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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