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G511 MMW

1989 Austin Metro Gta

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

85,049 mi
Last recorded85,049 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2007
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gta58,656 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG511 MMW
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2007 85,049 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Both front tyres are worn on inner edge

Rear brake pipes and ferrules have some corrosion

Whole underbody has corrosion

very slight dampness on offside of petrol tank

Pass 29 Aug 2006 80,721 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 80,721 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front suspension slightly low

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside and nearside rear brake ferrules corroded

offside front floor weak

rear brake pipes over axle corroded

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

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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G511 MMW is a 1989 Austin Metro Gta in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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

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 G511 MMW, 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 G511 MMW registered?

G511 MMW is a 1989 Austin Metro Gta, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G511 MMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G511 MMW shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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