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G766 CKF

1989 Austin Metro City

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

141,421 mi
Last recorded141,421 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City48,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG766 CKF
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 141,421 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 140,377 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 138,706 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 137,126 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 135,858 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 134,414 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 132,851 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 132,083 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 130,001 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 128,186 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 126,681 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 125,431 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 123,154 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 120,820 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 118,812 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 11,708 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 108,348 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 108,348 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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G766 CKF is a 1989 Austin Metro City in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 G766 CKF, 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 G766 CKF registered?

G766 CKF is a 1989 Austin Metro City, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G766 CKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G766 CKF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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