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A227 KGV

1984 Austin Metro City

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,596 mi
Last recorded47,596 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2009
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro City34,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA227 KGV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2009 47,596 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 46,022 miles

slight cracking to nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2007 44,469 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 42,864 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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A227 KGV is a 1984 Austin Metro City in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 34,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A227 KGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A227 KGV registered?

A227 KGV is a 1984 Austin Metro City, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is A227 KGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A227 KGV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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