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F141 BOF

1989 MG Metro Turbo

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,209 mi
Last recorded90,209 miles
Recorded on21 May 2012
Typical for 1989 MG Metro Turbo60,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF141 BOF
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2012 90,209 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 90,200 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 87,286 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 85,400 miles

clutch pedal rubber missing

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 16 Feb 2006 84,303 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 84,303 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

drivers seat very slightly loose.

n/s c.v. gaiter greasy but not split.

n/s front susspension has little clearance with bump stop.

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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F141 BOF is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 MG Metro Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 60,457 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 F141 BOF, 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 37 years old, this MG Metro Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F141 BOF registered?

F141 BOF is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 23 March 1989.

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