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F148 DMW

1988 MG Metro Turbo

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,434 mi
Last recorded64,434 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2006
Typical for 1988 MG Metro Turbo70,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF148 DMW
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2006 64,434 miles

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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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F148 DMW is a 1988 MG Metro Turbo in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 MG Metro Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 70,907 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F148 DMW, 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 38 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 F148 DMW registered?

F148 DMW is a 1988 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F148 DMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F148 DMW 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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