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F522 GKJ

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,554 mi
Last recorded67,554 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2005
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF522 GKJ
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2005 67,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

front suspension damping slightly restricted

heavy surface perishing to offside rear and nearside rear tyres

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

stone chip in offside headlamp glass

surface perishing to offside front and nearside front outer constant velocity joint gaiters

Pass 1 Sep 2005 67,554 miles

front suspension damping slightly restricted

heavy surface perishing to offside rear and nearside rear tyres

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

stone chip in offside headlamp glass

surface perishing to offside front and nearside front outer constant velocity joint gaiters

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L Auto?

Based on 823 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
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F522 GKJ is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in Silver 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 L Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 41,354 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 L Auto fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F522 GKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F522 GKJ registered?

F522 GKJ is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 9 February 1989.

Is F522 GKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F522 GKJ 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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