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F655 YOP

1988 Austin Metro Gs

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

60,395 mi
Last recorded60,395 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF655 YOP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2005 60,395 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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F655 YOP is a 1988 Austin Metro Gs in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 F655 YOP, 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 38 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 F655 YOP registered?

F655 YOP is a 1988 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 1 December 1988.

Is F655 YOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F655 YOP shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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