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G548 XHP

1989 Austin Metro Gs

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,473 mi
Last recorded66,473 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2007
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gs53,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG548 XHP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2007 66,473 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

corrosion in rear lower panel

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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G548 XHP is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G548 XHP, 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 G548 XHP registered?

G548 XHP is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 22 August 1989.

Is G548 XHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G548 XHP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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