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G162 SWV

1990 Austin Metro City X

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

76,911 mi
Last recorded76,911 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2006
Typical for 1990 Austin Metro City X42,592 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG162 SWV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2006 76,911 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

coolant header tank no cap (overheating)

nearside front door corroded at bottom

offside off rear bumper insecure

outer sills corroded

rear wheel arches corroded

unable to open nearside rear door

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
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G162 SWV is a 1990 Austin Metro City X in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1990 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 42,592 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 City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G162 SWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 36 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G162 SWV registered?

G162 SWV is a 1990 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 26 January 1990.

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