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F322 RPO

1989 Austin Metro Gs

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,918 mi
Last recorded52,918 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Gs53,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF322 RPO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gs
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2006 52,918 miles

Bodywork corroded

Both outer sills corroded

Clutch pedal rubber missing

Exhaust system corroded and leaking from various points

Extensive corrosion on the underside of vehicle

Hubcaps on roadwheels

Slight play in both front seats

Unable to check offside front tyre valve

Fail 13 Mar 2006 52,897 miles

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

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Both inner and outer sills corroded

Extensive advanced corrosion on underside of vehicle

Hubcaps on wheels

Slight leaks on exhaust system

Slight play in both front seats

Unable to check offside front tyre valve

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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F322 RPO is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 53,206 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 Gs fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F322 RPO, 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 37 years old, this Austin Metro Gs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F322 RPO is a 1989 Austin Metro Gs, first registered on 20 February 1989.

Is F322 RPO safe to buy?

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