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G185 WGM

1989 Austin Metro Gs

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,077 mi
Last recorded66,077 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gs53,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG185 WGM
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2006 66,077 miles

FRONT FLOOR PANS RUSTY

FRONT NO PLATE POOR CONDITION

LONG PARK TRAVEL

Pass 9 Aug 2005 65,128 miles

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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G185 WGM is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 53,206 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G185 WGM, 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 37 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 G185 WGM registered?

G185 WGM is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 25 August 1989.

Is G185 WGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G185 WGM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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