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E325 DPG

1987 MG Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,827 mi
Last recorded47,827 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2006
Typical for 1987 MG Metro54,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE325 DPG
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2006 47,827 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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E325 DPG is a 1987 MG Metro in Red 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 E325 DPG, 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 E325 DPG registered?

E325 DPG is a 1987 MG Metro, first registered on 21 August 1987.

Is E325 DPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E325 DPG shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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