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G229 CVH

1989 MG Metro Turbo

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,753 mi
Last recorded17,753 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 1989 MG Metro Turbo60,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG229 CVH
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 17,753 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 17,705 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 17,705 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer bottle and washer pump missing (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 17,641 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 17,531 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 17,070 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 16,530 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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G229 CVH is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G229 CVH, 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 G229 CVH registered?

G229 CVH is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G229 CVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G229 CVH shows 7 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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