£9,169 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)
1988 MG Metro Time warp example displaying just 15,000 miles from new
Hampson Auctions • UK • 8 Mar 2026
Market Position:
Highest 20% of Past Sales
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£9,169 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)
1988 MG Metro Time warp example displaying just 15,000 miles from new
UK • 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.
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15,781 miles
F709 JTA
1988
Auction
SAXXFWNM1BD808583
RHD
United Kingdom
£9,169 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)
1988 MG Metro Time warp example displaying just 15,000 miles from new
Hampson Auctions • UK • 8 Mar 2026
Market Position:
Highest 20% of Past Sales
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Description
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 packa...
Price Analysis vs Other Metros
£3,000
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,475
Median Price (Since 2020)
£22,400
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 24th Aug 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
15,785 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 25th Aug 2026, 15,785 miles
Passed
On 1st Jul 2025, 15,750 miles
Passed
On 28th Feb 2024, 15,743 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On 8th Aug 2022, 15,662 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MOT Mileage Trend
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