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F777 MGX

1989 MG Metro Turbo

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,990 mi
Last recorded44,990 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 MG Metro Turbo60,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF777 MGX
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 44,990 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 44,859 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 44,743 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 44,498 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 44,134 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 43,665 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 43,514 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 43,127 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 42,259 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 41,918 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 40,794 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 39,813 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 38,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 37,055 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 35,658 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 33,912 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 33,184 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 29,213 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 27,536 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 24,935 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 21,211 miles

How Reliable is the MG Metro Turbo?

Based on 1,009 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 64
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 40
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 34
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 32
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F777 MGX is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 MG Metro Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 60,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Metro Turbo fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F777 MGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Metro Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this MG Metro Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F777 MGX registered?

F777 MGX is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 7 April 1989.

Is F777 MGX safe to buy?

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