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F899 KCJ

1988 MG Metro

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,813 mi
Last recorded18,813 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1988 MG Metro51,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF899 KCJ
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 18,813 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 18,306 miles

both front tyres perished in wall and tread

Fail 3 Apr 2018 18,306 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres perished in wall and tread

Pass 4 Apr 2017 17,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres perished

Pass 31 Mar 2016 17,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres perished

Pass 26 Mar 2015 16,748 miles

sat slightly low on suspension

Pass 25 Mar 2014 16,370 miles

sat slightly low on suspension

Pass 8 Apr 2013 16,076 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 15,362 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 14,773 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 14,773 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 14,688 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres inner walls perished

Pass 14 Nov 2008 14,621 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 14,292 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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F899 KCJ is a 1988 MG Metro in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F899 KCJ, 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 F899 KCJ registered?

F899 KCJ is a 1988 MG Metro, first registered on 31 August 1988.

Is F899 KCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F899 KCJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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