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G202 WOU

1990 Austin Metro Gta

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,228 mi
Last recorded88,228 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
Typical for 1990 Austin Metro Gta55,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG202 WOU
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gta
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2014 88,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 15 Sep 2014 88,227 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 84,441 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Sep 2013 84,440 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Sep 2012 80,790 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 80,790 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 12 May 2012 80,703 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

both side indicator repeater units are turning white

corrosion on the underside of the vehicle which includes both inner and outer sills. Remedial repairs are recommended

evidence of slight brake binding on the offside rear roadwheel

evidence of slight play in the offside front suspension ball joints

exhaust system is corroded and the front support clamp is coming loose

fuel cap seal is cracking

nearside windowscreen wiper blade is split

offside front tyre is wearing more on the inner edge

offside headlight beam pattern is slightly distorted

rear suspension components have a light misting of oil

rear wiper blade is falling apart

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

stonechip damage to the windowscreen

upper bodywork is corroded

various underbody brake and suspension pipes are corroded

Pass 10 May 2011 78,638 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 78,629 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 77,005 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 7 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 75,966 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 75,170 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 75,165 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 74,101 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 74,089 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Gta?

Based on 620 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
963
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Stop lamp not working 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
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G202 WOU is a 1990 Austin Metro Gta in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Austin Metro Gta models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 55,553 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 Gta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G202 WOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Gta typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Austin Metro Gta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G202 WOU is a 1990 Austin Metro Gta, first registered on 28 March 1990.

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