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F743 PPD

1989 Austin Metro Gs

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,322 mi
Last recorded53,322 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gs53,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF743 PPD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 53,322 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 52,815 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 52,480 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 52,149 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 51,500 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 49,100 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 48,316 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 47,679 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 47,216 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 46,751 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 46,751 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

nsf tyre worn below 1.6mm on outside edge

Pass 20 Nov 2007 46,418 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 464,189 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 464,189 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 45,839 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 45,157 miles

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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F743 PPD is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F743 PPD, 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 F743 PPD registered?

F743 PPD is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 24 January 1989.

Is F743 PPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F743 PPD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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