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F828 CGJ

1989 Austin Metro L

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,482 mi
Last recorded57,482 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2008
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L49,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF828 CGJ
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2008 57,482 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 53,770 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 53,770 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

exhaust noisey

oil leak from engine (poss rocker cover gasket)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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F828 CGJ is a 1989 Austin Metro L in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 49,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F828 CGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F828 CGJ registered?

F828 CGJ is a 1989 Austin Metro L, first registered on 4 May 1989.

Is F828 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F828 CGJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F828 CGJ have outstanding finance?

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