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F68 NVA

1989 MG Metro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,558 mi
Last recorded31,558 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1989 MG Metro55,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF68 NVA
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 31,558 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 31,463 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2016 31,413 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 31,235 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 31,235 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 30,965 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear seat belts not checked

Pass 6 Nov 2013 30,808 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 28,057 miles

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 28,057 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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F68 NVA is a 1989 MG Metro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 F68 NVA, 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 F68 NVA registered?

F68 NVA is a 1989 MG Metro, first registered on 12 April 1989.

Is F68 NVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F68 NVA shows 9 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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