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DDZ 9201

1987 MG Metro Turbo

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,750 mi
Last recorded41,750 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDZ 9201
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 41,750 miles

n/s/f brake slight bind

Fail 21 Nov 2023 41,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

n/s/f brake slight bind

Pass 14 Aug 2018 41,700 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 41,542 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2016 41,212 miles

Fuel filler neck breather broken

Slight blow exhaust

Slight play rear radius arms

Fail 5 Mar 2016 41,212 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust system deteriorated, slight blow

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both rear (2.4.G.2)

fuel breather pipe on filler neck broken

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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DDZ 9201 is a 1987 MG Metro Turbo in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DDZ 9201, 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 39 years old, this MG Metro Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DDZ 9201 registered?

DDZ 9201 is a 1987 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 16 March 1987.

Is DDZ 9201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDZ 9201 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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