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G226 VMH

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,389 mi
Last recorded38,389 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG226 VMH
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 38,389 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 38,389 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 38,275 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 38,275 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

AGED TYRES

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

FLUID SUSPENSION SYSTEM *** LOW SUSPENSION LEVEL

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear SUSPENSION FLUID PIPE CORRODED

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

ROAD WHEEL FIXINGS CONCEALED

Pass 22 Mar 2024 38,192 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlight full of water

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel trims fitted at the time of test

Fail 14 Mar 2024 38,192 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlight full of water

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel trims fitted at the time of test

Pass 3 Aug 2022 38,176 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 38,166 miles

Main beam lazy in operation

Tyres perished

Vehicle been standing for long period

Pass 5 Aug 2015 37,572 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 37,146 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 36,598 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 36,028 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 35,213 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 34,664 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 34,463 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 33,567 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 32,385 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 32,385 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 14 Aug 2006 31,196 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 31,196 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L Auto?

Based on 823 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
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G226 VMH is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 41,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L Auto fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G226 VMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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G226 VMH is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 24 August 1989.

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