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G650 HVG

1989 MG Metro Turbo

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,212 mi
Last recorded62,212 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 1989 MG Metro Turbo60,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG650 HVG
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 62,212 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 62,162 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 62,157 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 62,148 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 62,073 miles

Offside Front perishing/cracking

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 61,977 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 61,956 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 61,941 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 61,926 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 61,770 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 59,966 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 59,958 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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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G650 HVG is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 G650 HVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G650 HVG registered?

G650 HVG is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 6 October 1989.

Is G650 HVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G650 HVG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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