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A751 GNX

1983 Austin Metro City

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,034 mi
Last recorded17,034 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2009
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro City42,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA751 GNX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2009 17,034 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nearside outter sill corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2008 13,632 miles

floorpan over jacking point osf showing signs of corrosion

Pass 8 Jun 2007 10,361 miles

vehicle in pristine condition obviously kept in storage

Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,041 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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A751 GNX is a 1983 Austin Metro City in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 42,071 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 A751 GNX, 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 43 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 A751 GNX registered?

A751 GNX is a 1983 Austin Metro City, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A751 GNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A751 GNX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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