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G559 XLA

1989 Austin Metro City

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,241 mi
Last recorded35,241 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City48,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG559 XLA
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 35,241 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 34,903 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 34,415 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 33,930 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 33,325 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 32,172 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 31,254 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 30,870 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 30,870 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 30,427 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 30,427 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 28,747 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 28,747 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 27,724 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 26,781 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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G559 XLA is a 1989 Austin Metro City in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 48,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G559 XLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G559 XLA registered?

G559 XLA is a 1989 Austin Metro City, first registered on 25 September 1989.

Is G559 XLA safe to buy?

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