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G361 BPD

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,558 mi
Last recorded33,558 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG361 BPD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 33,558 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 32,809 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 32,091 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 31,139 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 29,391 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 27,262 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 26,451 miles

Offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 19 Apr 2013 23,924 miles

Nearside and offside rear tyres starting to crack in tread

Pass 16 Nov 2011 22,148 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 199,129 miles

All brake hose ferreuls slightly corroded.

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

Fail 1 Nov 2010 199,127 miles

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

All brake hose ferreuls slightly corroded.

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 19,592 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 19,254 miles

o/s/f brake pad retaining clips not opened up enough

slight play on front wheel bearings

suspension quite low

Fail 11 Aug 2008 19,254 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/f brake pad retaining clips not opened up enough

slight play on front wheel bearings

suspension quite low

Pass 9 Jul 2007 19,025 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 18,653 miles

both front wheel barings slight movement.

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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G361 BPD is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 G361 BPD, 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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What year was G361 BPD registered?

G361 BPD is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G361 BPD safe to buy?

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