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HTL 340Y

1982 MG Metro

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,404 mi
Last recorded39,404 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1982 MG Metro63,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTL 340Y
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 39,404 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 39,403 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 39,395 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 39,383 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 39,344 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 38,777 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 38,650 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 38,317 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 38,120 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 38,013 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 37,890 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,727 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 36,840 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 36,215 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 35,533 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 34,853 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 34,842 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 31,996 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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HTL 340Y is a 1982 MG Metro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1982 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 63,156 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 HTL 340Y, 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 44 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 HTL 340Y registered?

HTL 340Y is a 1982 MG Metro, first registered on 9 September 1982.

Is HTL 340Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTL 340Y shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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