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F191 BVG

1989 Austin Metro Gs

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,865 mi
Last recorded45,865 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2005
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gs53,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF191 BVG
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2005 45,865 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2005 45,624 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Gs?

Based on 878 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
1,047
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 103
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 91
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 59
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
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F191 BVG is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F191 BVG, 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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What year was F191 BVG registered?

F191 BVG is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 30 January 1989.

Is F191 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F191 BVG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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