MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,951 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front number plate damaged but secure and legible
Handbrake ratchet mechanism slipped during roller brake test
Intermittent fault with hazard switch
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Front number plate damaged but secure and legible
Handbrake ratchet mechanism slipped during roller brake test
Intermittent fault with hazard switch
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Austin Metro Gs?
Based on 878 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A16 ECP is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1989 Austin Metro Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 53,206 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Austin Metro Gs fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 ECP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Metro Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro Gs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of A16 ECP?
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What year was A16 ECP registered?
A16 ECP is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 1 March 1989.
Is A16 ECP safe to buy?
The MOT history for A16 ECP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does A16 ECP have outstanding finance?
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