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UAB 529Y

1983 MG Metro Turbo

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,582 mi
Last recorded76,582 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 1983 MG Metro Turbo67,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAB 529Y
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2024 76,582 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 76,330 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 75,863 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 75,593 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Nov 2019 75,075 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 74,589 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 73,198 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 72,422 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 70,089 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 68,088 miles

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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UAB 529Y is a 1983 MG Metro Turbo in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 MG Metro Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 67,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UAB 529Y, 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 43 years old, this MG Metro Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UAB 529Y?

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What year was UAB 529Y registered?

UAB 529Y is a 1983 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 6 June 1983.

Is UAB 529Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAB 529Y shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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