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F324 JAM

1989 MG Metro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,349 mi
Last recorded39,349 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 MG Metro55,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF324 JAM
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 39,349 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 39,348 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 39,282 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 38,802 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 37,941 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Sep 2015 37,143 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 35,763 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 2 Sep 2013 34,458 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 32,819 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY WORN ON INNER EDGES

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 8 Aug 2011 31,065 miles

EMMISIONS TAKEN AT 2000 RPM

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 25 Aug 2010 30,000 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 26,699 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 28,996 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 28,729 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 28,492 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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F324 JAM is a 1989 MG Metro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 F324 JAM, 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

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What year was F324 JAM registered?

F324 JAM is a 1989 MG Metro, first registered on 6 March 1989.

Is F324 JAM safe to buy?

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