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G481 DPB

1989 Austin Metro Gta

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,807 mi
Last recorded44,807 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gta58,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG481 DPB
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gta
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2009 44,807 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

surface corrosion o/s n/s boot floor,inner rear arches

Fail 19 Nov 2009 44,807 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

surface corrosion o/s n/s boot floor,inner rear arches

Pass 12 Dec 2008 40,377 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 40,773 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 39,026 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 37,617 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 36,625 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Gta?

Based on 620 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
963
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Stop lamp not working 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
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G481 DPB is a 1989 Austin Metro Gta in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro Gta models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 58,656 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Gta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G481 DPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Gta typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro Gta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G481 DPB registered?

G481 DPB is a 1989 Austin Metro Gta, first registered on 14 December 1989.

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The MOT history for G481 DPB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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