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E31 LNP

1988 MG Metro Turbo

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,424 mi
Last recorded76,424 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 MG Metro Turbo70,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE31 LNP
MakeMG
ModelMetro Turbo
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2024 76,424 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 76,380 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 75,667 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 75,653 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 75,639 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 75,041 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 74,550 miles

both wiper blades splitting

Pass 17 Aug 2010 73,474 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 72,198 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 70,879 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 68,186 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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E31 LNP is a 1988 MG Metro Turbo in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 MG Metro Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 70,907 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 E31 LNP, 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 38 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 E31 LNP registered?

E31 LNP is a 1988 MG Metro Turbo, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is E31 LNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E31 LNP shows 11 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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