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F128 GKL

1989 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,326 mi
Last recorded55,326 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L49,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF128 GKL
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 55,326 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 52,274 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 52,257 miles

nearside rear inner and outer sill corroding

offside rear sill corroding

Pass 10 Feb 2012 52,042 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 52,037 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 51,489 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 51,483 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 50,531 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 49,348 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

OSR lamp has black tape on not imparing visability

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Dec 2008 49,348 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

OSR lamp has black tape on not imparing visability

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 48,778 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 48,376 miles

front suspension slightly low

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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F128 GKL is a 1989 Austin Metro L in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 49,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F128 GKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F128 GKL registered?

F128 GKL is a 1989 Austin Metro L, first registered on 27 February 1989.

Is F128 GKL safe to buy?

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