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G654 SGW

1990 Austin Metro City X

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,062 mi
Last recorded34,062 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2005
Typical for 1990 Austin Metro City X42,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG654 SGW
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2005 34,062 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 34,062 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
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G654 SGW is a 1990 Austin Metro City X in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 42,592 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 City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G654 SGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 36 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G654 SGW registered?

G654 SGW is a 1990 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 30 January 1990.

Is G654 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G654 SGW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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