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G125 PKE

1989 Austin Metro

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,765 mi
Last recorded65,765 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro57,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG125 PKE
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2006 65,765 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Jul 2006 65,656 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2005 65,153 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2005 65,153 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

1 engine oil leak. †2 o/s out cv boot leaking grease around clips. †3 rear silencer knocking on floor panel. †4 n/s inner cv boot has a small hole in. †5 suspension bushs worn slight

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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G125 PKE is a 1989 Austin Metro in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.4% with a typical mileage of 57,489 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G125 PKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was G125 PKE registered?

G125 PKE is a 1989 Austin Metro, first registered on 4 September 1989.

Is G125 PKE safe to buy?

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