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F239 JMB

1989 Austin Metro Gta

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,393 mi
Last recorded87,393 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2022
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gta58,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF239 JMB
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gta
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2022 87,393 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 87,339 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 87,327 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 87,313 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 87,313 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 87,266 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 87,088 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 86,738 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 86,471 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Apr 2013 86,469 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

rear suspension height low

Pass 11 Apr 2012 85,900 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 84,891 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 83,719 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 82,518 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2008 81,116 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 79,618 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 79,593 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Oil leak

brake pad warning lamp on

exhaust mounting clamp split

Pass 11 Apr 2006 77,406 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Gta?

Based on 620 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
963
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Stop lamp not working 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
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F239 JMB is a 1989 Austin Metro Gta in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro Gta models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 58,656 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Gta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F239 JMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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F239 JMB is a 1989 Austin Metro Gta, first registered on 18 April 1989.

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