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G523 SNS

1990 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

12,062 mi
Last recorded12,062 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2009
Typical for 1990 Austin Metro L50,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG523 SNS
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2009 12,062 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Floor above rear sub-frame heavily rusted.

Fuel tank seam heavily corroded and suspect tank has been leaking but not at time of test.

N/s/f tyre on legal limit on outer edge.

O/s/r and n/s/r boot floor corroded along length of rear valance.

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Play in steering column.

Slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing.

Suspension ride height low.

Pass 3 Mar 2008 11,580 miles

N/s/r floor corroded at rear jacking point and in borderline condition.

O/s/r floor slightly corroded at drainhole.

Play in steering column.

Fail 3 Mar 2008 11,580 miles

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

N/s/r floor corroded at rear jacking point and in borderline condition.

O/s/r floor slightly corroded at drainhole.

Play in steering column.

Pass 7 Mar 2007 11,024 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 11,024 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

N/s/r jacking point corroded and weak.

Play in steering column.

Pass 9 Mar 2006 10,458 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 9 Mar 2006 10,458 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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G523 SNS is a 1990 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1990 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 50,332 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 L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G523 SNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 36 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G523 SNS registered?

G523 SNS is a 1990 Austin Metro L, first registered on 30 March 1990.

Is G523 SNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G523 SNS shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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