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F329 YOM

1988 MG Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,083 mi
Last recorded88,083 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1988 MG Metro51,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF329 YOM
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2008 88,083 miles

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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F329 YOM is a 1988 MG Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 51,510 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 F329 YOM, 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 38 years old, this MG Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F329 YOM registered?

F329 YOM is a 1988 MG Metro, first registered on 7 November 1988.

Is F329 YOM safe to buy?

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