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G253 VMH

1989 Austin Metro Gta

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

84,561 mi
Last recorded84,561 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2009
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gta58,656 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG253 VMH
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gta
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2009 84,561 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 82,349 miles

nearside fron suspension bush has play

Fail 30 Jun 2008 82,349 miles

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

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

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

nearside fron suspension bush has play

Pass 4 Jun 2007 79,842 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 79,842 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 77,075 miles

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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G253 VMH is a 1989 Austin Metro Gta in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro Gta models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 58,656 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 G253 VMH, 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 37 years old, this Austin Metro Gta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G253 VMH registered?

G253 VMH is a 1989 Austin Metro Gta, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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