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G871 VEV

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,689 mi
Last recorded22,689 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG871 VEV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 22,689 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 22,653 miles

Front Tyres Perished

Pass 26 Sep 2013 22,480 miles

NSF & OSF Tyres Slightly Perished

Pass 26 Sep 2012 22,395 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 22,395 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 22,180 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 22,014 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 21,756 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 21,544 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 21,216 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 21,160 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Fail 6 Sep 2006 20,687 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Sep 2006 20,687 miles

O/S front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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G871 VEV is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G871 VEV, 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 G871 VEV registered?

G871 VEV is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 29 August 1989.

Is G871 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G871 VEV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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