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JBM 241Y

1983 MG Metro

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,391 mi
Last recorded29,391 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 1983 MG Metro64,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBM 241Y
MakeMG
ModelMetro
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 29,391 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 29,017 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 29,017 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 28,246 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 27,953 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 27,953 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 26,215 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 26,127 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 25,878 miles

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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JBM 241Y is a 1983 MG Metro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 MG Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 64,590 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 JBM 241Y, 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 43 years old, this MG Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JBM 241Y registered?

JBM 241Y is a 1983 MG Metro, first registered on 15 April 1983.

Is JBM 241Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBM 241Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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