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F844 GYC

1989 Austin Metro City

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,442 mi
Last recorded58,442 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City48,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF844 GYC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 58,442 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2023 58,441 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor existing patch corroded holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 56,710 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Existing patch front floor slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn Play in top bush (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 54,967 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front pipe from flexi has slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Hub play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Misting of oil on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 52,815 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Misting of oil on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 51,165 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rear (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 51,163 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rear (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 49,205 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 47,407 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 45,093 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 43,825 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 43,824 miles

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

Nearside Fluid suspension accumulator partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Fluid suspension accumulator partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 43,317 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 42,944 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 42,944 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 42,413 miles

n/s cv boot ok at test

Pass 28 Mar 2011 41,927 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 41,558 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 41,558 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 41,076 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 40,642 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 40,642 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 40,122 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 39,768 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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F844 GYC is a 1989 Austin Metro City in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 48,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F844 GYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F844 GYC registered?

F844 GYC is a 1989 Austin Metro City, first registered on 5 May 1989.

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