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G287 HTH

1990 Austin Metro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,659 mi
Last recorded71,659 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG287 HTH
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2007 71,659 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 71,572 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 69,579 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 69,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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G287 HTH is a 1990 Austin Metro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G287 HTH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 36 years old, this Austin Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G287 HTH registered?

G287 HTH is a 1990 Austin Metro, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G287 HTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G287 HTH shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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