£9,169 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)
1988 MG Metro Time warp example displaying just 15,000 miles from new
United Kingdom • 8 Mar 2026 • Lot 65
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 MG Metro is a remarkable find, boasting only 15,781 miles and presented in exceptional, original condition. It's a rare opportunity to own a well-preserved piece of MG history.
Condition
9
The car is described as a "time warp example" presenting in "exceptional preserved order" with just 15,781 miles. The bodywork, decals, wheels, and interior are highly original and well-maintained. Minimal wear is noted on the switchgear, dashboard, and instrumentation, all commensurate with the low mileage.
/ 10
[Transmission]
Transmission:
SAXXFWNM1BD808583
Chassis No:
Odometer:
15,781 miles
F709 JTA
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
MOT – July 2026 Finished in white and presenting in exceptional preserved order, this MG Metro is a remarkable time warp example showing just 15,781 miles at the time of consignment.
The vendor informs us that the car has covered minimal mileage from new and has been carefully maintained throughout its life.
Bodywork, decals and correct period wheels all appear highly original, reflecting the car’s sheltered existence.
The interior is particularly impressive, retaining its factory trim, MG steering wheel and original Philips stereo cassette unit.
Switchgear, dashboard and instrumentation present with minimal wear, entirely commensurate with the recorded mileage.
The 1275cc A Series engine bay is clean and well detailed, further supporting the car’s low mileage credentials.
Accompanying the vehicle is its original book pack and period dealer wallet.
Introduced during the 1980s revival of the MG marque, the Metro offered accessible sporting character in a compact and usable packag...
Points of note
£3,000
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,820
Median Price (Since 2020)
£22,400
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jun 30 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
15,750 miles
Registration Date
1988-11-28
MOT History
Passed
On Jul 01 2025 with 15,750 miles
Passed
On Feb 28 2024 with 15,743 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Aug 08 2022 with 15,662 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Mar 27 2017 with 15,346 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed
On Mar 10 2016 with 14,846 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Coolant leak
Passed
On Mar 09 2015 with 14,585 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Passed
On Mar 10 2014 with 14,340 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Failed
On Mar 06 2014 with 14,326 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Passed
On Dec 13 2011 with 14,291 miles
Failed
On Dec 07 2011 with 14,291 miles
There were 3 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- (Dangerous) Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Passed
On Mar 20 2007 with 13,508 miles
Failed
On Mar 14 2007 with 13,495 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Passed
On Oct 28 2005 with 12,388 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- slight cracks in sidewalls of all tyres
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