£7,475
1989 MG Metro Turbo A superbly restored example of one of Britain's rarest surviving 80s hot hatches
Manor Park • UK • 22 Aug 2026
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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£7,475
1989 MG Metro Turbo A superbly restored example of one of Britain's rarest surviving 80s hot hatches
UK • 22 Aug 2026 • Lot 127
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A rare 1989 MG Metro Turbo, this car is a standout example of an 80s hot hatch. It has been extensively restored and meticulously maintained, showing only minimal mileage since the work was completed.
Its charming Flame Red exterior and remarkably preserved period interior, combined with its rarity and documented history, make this a highly desirable classic.
Condition
9
The car has undergone a comprehensive restoration in 2015 and has only covered approximately 5,000 miles since. The bodywork, interior, engine bay, and wheels are all described as being in superb condition. While not absolutely perfect, it is near-perfect with minor signs of use that are not noticeable without close inspection. No dents, paint damage, or wheel curbing are mentioned.
/ 10
55,424 miles
SAXXFXND1BD880871
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
G134 TUT
1989
Auction
£7,475
1989 MG Metro Turbo A superbly restored example of one of Britain's rarest surviving 80s hot hatches
Manor Park • UK • 22 Aug 2026
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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Description
Few cars capture the spirit of the 1980s British hot hatch quite like the MG Metro Turbo.
Small, lightweight and endowed with genuine character, the Turbo took the humble Metro and transformed it into something altogether more exciting.
Today, surviving examples are remarkably scarce, making a properly presented, low-mileage car such as this increasingly difficult to find.
This 1989 MG Metro Turbo is an exceptional survivor, finished in the model's wonderfully period Flame Red and presenting in superb condition throughout.
The car underwent a comprehensive restoration completed in 2015, during which it was stripped back to a rolling shell before being refurbished and refinished to a very high standard.
Remarkably, it has covered only around 5,000 miles since that work was completed.
The quality of the restoration is still clearly evident today, with the body remaining straight, clean and extremely well presented.
More recently, the underside has also been undersealed, providing ...
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 10th Sept 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
55,424 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 11th Sept 2026, 55,424 miles
Passed
On 27th Aug 2025, 55,213 miles
Failed
On 27th Aug 2025, 55,212 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Major:
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Failed
On 20th Aug 2025, 55,208 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Minor:
- Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
MOT Mileage Trend
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