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F511 TRK

1988 Austin Metro Gta

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,703 mi
Last recorded72,703 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF511 TRK
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Gta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 72,703 miles

All four tyres slightly perished

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Fail 14 May 2013 72,699 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

All four tyres slightly perished

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2012 70,044 miles

slight play in n/s of steering rack

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slight bind of o/s/f brake, not detectable on RBT

Pass 5 Jul 2011 69,756 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight corrosion n/s floorpan

Pass 15 Jun 2010 61,478 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 61,022 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 60,267 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 59,988 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 59,501 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Gta?

Based on 620 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
963
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Stop lamp not working 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
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F511 TRK is a 1988 Austin Metro Gta in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Gta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F511 TRK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Gta typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro Gta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F511 TRK registered?

F511 TRK is a 1988 Austin Metro Gta, first registered on 24 December 1988.

Is F511 TRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F511 TRK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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