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F566 TPH

1989 MG Metro

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,063 mi
Last recorded56,063 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 1989 MG Metro55,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF566 TPH
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 May 2013 56,063 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

no rear seats or seat belts fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2012 48,597 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 48,286 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 46,680 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 46,186 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all four tyres cracking on tread not deep to reach ply require replacement soon

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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F566 TPH is a 1989 MG Metro in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F566 TPH, 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 F566 TPH registered?

F566 TPH is a 1989 MG Metro, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F566 TPH safe to buy?

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