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G43 VML

1989 Austin Metro

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

28,712 mi
Last recorded28,712 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro57,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG43 VML
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 28,712 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 28,710 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 28,107 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2022 28,097 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 27,105 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 26,766 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 26,284 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 25,759 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 25,759 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 25,217 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 25,217 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,752 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 24,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 23,408 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 23,408 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 22,307 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 22,307 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 20,814 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 20,814 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 19,126 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 17,875 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 19 Jul 2005 17,875 miles

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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G43 VML is a 1989 Austin Metro in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.4% with a typical mileage of 57,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G43 VML, 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 37 years old, this Austin Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G43 VML registered?

G43 VML is a 1989 Austin Metro, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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