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F861 PWP

1988 Austin Metro Gs

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

53,185 mi
Last recorded53,185 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF861 PWP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2007 53,185 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 52,824 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 52,824 miles

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

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

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

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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F861 PWP is a 1988 Austin Metro Gs in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 F861 PWP, 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 F861 PWP registered?

F861 PWP is a 1988 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 16 December 1988.

Is F861 PWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F861 PWP shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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