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G149 LGP

1989 Austin Metro Mosaic

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,748 mi
Last recorded27,748 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Mosaic47,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG149 LGP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Mosaic
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 27,748 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 26,885 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 26,059 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 25,213 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 25,196 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear tyre sidewall is starting to crack and perish.

Off side front tyre sidewall is starting to crack and perish.

Pass 11 May 2010 24,508 miles

The tyres fitted to the nearside front, nearside rear and the offside rear are starting to deteriorate and the rubber perish. These tyres should be replaced.

Fail 5 May 2009 23,846 miles

All the tyres on this car appear to be very old and there is some deterioration of the tread and sidewalls on each tyre.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2009 23,846 miles

All the tyres on this car appear to be very old and there is some deterioration of the tread and sidewalls on each tyre.

Pass 22 Jul 2008 23,276 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 22,586 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 21,895 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Mosaic?

Based on 683 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
1,363
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 40
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 34
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G149 LGP is a 1989 Austin Metro Mosaic in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro Mosaic models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 47,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Mosaic fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G149 LGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was G149 LGP registered?

G149 LGP is a 1989 Austin Metro Mosaic, first registered on 9 August 1989.

Is G149 LGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G149 LGP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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