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E480 YGP

1988 MG Metro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 MG Metro51,510 mi
4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE480 YGP
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2015
Pass 2 Dec 2013 67,495 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 67,256 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 24 Apr 2010 67,216 miles

Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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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E480 YGP is a 1988 MG Metro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E480 YGP, 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 E480 YGP?

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What year was E480 YGP registered?

E480 YGP is a 1988 MG Metro, first registered on 29 February 1988.

Is E480 YGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E480 YGP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E480 YGP have outstanding finance?

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