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G617 LGK

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

31,533 mi
Last recorded31,533 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG617 LGK
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 31,533 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 31,519 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 31,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 31,503 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 31,503 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Inner Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 31,263 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 31,263 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 30,292 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 30,264 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

OIL LEAKING FROM ENGINE CAR OVERHEATING

Pass 15 Aug 2009 30,071 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 30,060 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Upper Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 24,047 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 23,762 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 23,509 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L Auto?

Based on 823 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
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G617 LGK is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 41,354 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 Auto fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G617 LGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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G617 LGK is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 11 August 1989.

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