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G699 FFR

1989 Austin Metro City

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,013 mi
Last recorded16,013 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City48,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG699 FFR
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 16,013 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 15,995 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 15,995 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 10.50% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 15,938 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 15,929 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 15,922 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 15,843 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 15,668 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 15,374 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,177 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 15,049 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 14,747 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 13,993 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 13,603 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 13,598 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 13,598 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 13,567 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 13,544 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 13,472 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 13,364 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 13,171 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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G699 FFR is a 1989 Austin Metro City in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G699 FFR, 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.

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What year was G699 FFR registered?

G699 FFR is a 1989 Austin Metro City, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G699 FFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G699 FFR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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