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JRO 619Y

1983 MG Metro

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,547 mi
Last recorded106,547 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1983 MG Metro64,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRO 619Y
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 106,547 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 106,498 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 106,282 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 106,175 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

underside undersealed

Pass 3 Oct 2014 106,175 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

underside undersealed

Pass 10 Nov 2011 105,706 miles

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

underside corroded

Fail 9 Nov 2011 105,706 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

underside corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2010 105,629 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 105,495 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 105,436 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 105,328 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 105,164 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 105,045 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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JRO 619Y is a 1983 MG Metro in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1983 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 64,590 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 JRO 619Y, 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 43 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 JRO 619Y registered?

JRO 619Y is a 1983 MG Metro, first registered on 7 April 1983.

Is JRO 619Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRO 619Y shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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