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G319 OCA

1989 Austin Metro Gs

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,614 mi
Last recorded57,614 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2011
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gs53,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG319 OCA
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2011 57,614 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 43,157 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 42,252 miles

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

both rear tyres scrubbing slightly

Fail 26 Sep 2008 42,245 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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

both rear tyres scrubbing slightly

suspension hieght low

Fail 11 Oct 2007 41,433 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

start of corrosion rear suspension pipes

Pass 11 Oct 2007 41,433 miles

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

start of corrosion rear suspension pipes

Fail 23 Oct 2006 39,762 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 39,762 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 37,404 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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G319 OCA is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G319 OCA, 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 G319 OCA registered?

G319 OCA is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 22 November 1989.

Is G319 OCA safe to buy?

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