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F411 WON

1988 MG Metro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,772 mi
Last recorded14,772 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 MG Metro51,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF411 WON
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 14,772 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2025 14,662 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 14,413 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2023 14,294 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2023 14,294 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2022 14,240 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 14,209 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2020 14,209 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 14,206 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 14,201 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 14,122 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 14,054 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 22 May 2014 14,054 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 14,031 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 14,031 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2008
Pass 23 Jul 2007 14,020 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 14,017 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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F411 WON is a 1988 MG Metro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 F411 WON, 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

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What year was F411 WON registered?

F411 WON is a 1988 MG Metro, first registered on 7 September 1988.

Is F411 WON safe to buy?

The MOT history for F411 WON shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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