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F943 TPX

1989 MG Metro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,510 mi
Last recorded71,510 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2008
Typical for 1989 MG Metro55,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF943 TPX
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2008 71,510 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 71,500 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2007 70,429 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 70,413 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

both front floor pans previously welded from in side

Pass 26 Oct 2006 62,290 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 62,290 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2005 67,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 20 Sep 2005 67,891 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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F943 TPX is a 1989 MG Metro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F943 TPX, 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 F943 TPX registered?

F943 TPX is a 1989 MG Metro, first registered on 12 June 1989.

Is F943 TPX safe to buy?

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