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F102 GWL

1988 Austin Metro City X

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,995 mi
Last recorded20,995 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2008
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro City X41,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF102 GWL
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2008 20,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Jan 2007 9,523 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 9,523 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 3,514 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 3,449 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
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F102 GWL is a 1988 Austin Metro City X in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 41,107 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F102 GWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F102 GWL?

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What year was F102 GWL registered?

F102 GWL is a 1988 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 10 November 1988.

Is F102 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F102 GWL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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