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TUX 163Y

1982 MG Metro

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

153,545 mi
Last recorded153,545 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 1982 MG Metro63,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUX 163Y
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 153,545 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 153,183 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 153,183 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 152,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 152,738 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 152,486 miles

slight corrosion to rear brake pipes

Fail 20 Aug 2007 152,484 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 151,454 miles

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

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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TUX 163Y is a 1982 MG Metro in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TUX 163Y, 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

How do I check the history of TUX 163Y?

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What year was TUX 163Y registered?

TUX 163Y is a 1982 MG Metro, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is TUX 163Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUX 163Y shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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