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F205 CHE

1989 MG Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

60,172 mi
Last recorded60,172 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 MG Metro55,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF205 CHE
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 60,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2026 60,171 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance unable to be tested could cause damage to vehicle or equipment (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 59,601 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Coolant leak ()

Fail 7 Mar 2025 59,601 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Coolant leak ()

Pass 6 Mar 2024 58,860 miles

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 8 Mar 2023 57,168 miles

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 29 May 2021 56,285 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 56,282 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 56,282 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 56,282 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 56,109 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 56,109 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear tyre inner sidewall starting to crack

Pass 2 Mar 2007 54,507 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 54,502 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 51,004 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 51,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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F205 CHE is a 1989 MG Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1989 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 55,904 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 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 375 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F205 CHE, 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 37 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 F205 CHE?

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What year was F205 CHE registered?

F205 CHE is a 1989 MG Metro, first registered on 21 April 1989.

Is F205 CHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F205 CHE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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