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G133 CPB

1989 MG Metro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,314 mi
Last recorded91,314 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2007
Typical for 1989 MG Metro55,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG133 CPB
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2007 91,314 miles

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Fail 6 Sep 2007 91,302 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

both front floor pans corroded

rear bumper loose

Pass 13 Sep 2006 90,461 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2006 90,461 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit fouled by moving parts likely to cause damage (2.4.D.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit fouled by moving parts likely to restrict travel (2.4.D.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2005 89,146 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 89,127 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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G133 CPB is a 1989 MG Metro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 G133 CPB, 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 G133 CPB registered?

G133 CPB is a 1989 MG Metro, first registered on 11 September 1989.

Is G133 CPB safe to buy?

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