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G789 MRM

1989 MG Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

106,331 mi
Last recorded106,331 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2014
Typical for 1989 MG Metro55,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG789 MRM
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2014 106,331 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 96,646 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 89,173 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 83,810 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 74,178 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 74,178 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 65,239 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 58,650 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2008 58,650 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 53,197 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 May 2007 53,197 miles

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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G789 MRM is a 1989 MG Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G789 MRM, 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 G789 MRM registered?

G789 MRM is a 1989 MG Metro, first registered on 29 September 1989.

Is G789 MRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G789 MRM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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