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G823 PTT

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

53,257 mi
Last recorded53,257 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2005
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG823 PTT
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2005 53,257 miles

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside front wing corroded away at bottom,but not a danger to other road users

oil leaks on engine and gearbox

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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G823 PTT is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 G823 PTT, 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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What year was G823 PTT registered?

G823 PTT is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 4 September 1989.

Is G823 PTT safe to buy?

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