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G771 SNL

1989 MG Metro Turbo

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,480 mi
Last recorded61,480 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 1989 MG Metro Turbo60,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG771 SNL
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 61,480 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 61,480 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Lower Steering locking device ineffective Ball joint (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Feb 2013 61,416 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both rear tyres perished

front wipers split but still clearing screen

slight play in drivers seat at pivot between seat back and squab

Pass 28 Feb 2013 61,416 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres perished

front wipers split but still clearing screen

slight play in drivers seat at pivot between seat back and squab

Pass 8 Feb 2008 61,416 miles

play in steering rear brake pipes corroded corrosion throughout vehicle structure

Fail 31 Jan 2008 61,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

play in steering rear brake pipes corroded corrosion throughout vehicle structure

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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G771 SNL is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo 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 Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 60,457 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 Turbo fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G771 SNL, 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 G771 SNL registered?

G771 SNL is a 1989 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 25 September 1989.

Is G771 SNL safe to buy?

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