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J428 MKR

1991 Austin Metro Gs

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,999 mi
Last recorded54,999 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ428 MKR
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 54,999 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 54,509 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 53,815 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 52,813 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 51,566 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 50,049 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 50,030 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 48,534 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2017 48,467 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 47,317 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 46,551 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 45,920 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 44,652 miles

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

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

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 6 Jul 2012 43,932 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 42,268 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 40,784 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 39,192 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 37,863 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 37,863 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 36,402 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 35,018 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Gs?

Based on 878 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
1,047
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 103
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 91
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 59
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
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J428 MKR is a 1991 Austin Metro Gs in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Gs fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J428 MKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Austin Metro Gs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J428 MKR is a 1991 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 6 December 1991.

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