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F636 LRR

1989 MG Metro

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,647 mi
Last recorded55,647 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 MG Metro55,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF636 LRR
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 55,647 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 54,579 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 54,571 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 54,077 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2023 54,057 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 53,038 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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F636 LRR is a 1989 MG Metro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F636 LRR, 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 F636 LRR?

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What year was F636 LRR registered?

F636 LRR is a 1989 MG Metro, first registered on 7 June 1989.

Is F636 LRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F636 LRR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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