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G470 KYC

1989 Austin Metro Gs

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

72,123 mi
Last recorded72,123 miles
Recorded on3 May 2012
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gs53,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG470 KYC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2012 72,123 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 11 May 2011 71,700 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 71,699 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2010 68,771 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 68,764 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s front tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 20 Apr 2009 65,867 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 65,867 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front bumper insecure.

Pass 16 Apr 2008 62,654 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 58,880 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 58,880 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 55,341 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2006 55,341 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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G470 KYC is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G470 KYC, 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 G470 KYC registered?

G470 KYC is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G470 KYC safe to buy?

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