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G281 WPV

1989 Austin Metro Mosaic

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,033 mi
Last recorded34,033 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Mosaic47,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG281 WPV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Mosaic
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 34,033 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 May 2026 34,033 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 33,763 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 33,514 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 33,291 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 32,532 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 31,904 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 31,904 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2012 30,659 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight leak from engine

Pass 18 Sep 2009 30,595 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 30,465 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 30,283 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 30,067 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 30,000 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Mosaic?

Based on 683 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
1,363
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 40
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 34
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G281 WPV is a 1989 Austin Metro Mosaic in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro Mosaic models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 47,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Mosaic fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G281 WPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was G281 WPV registered?

G281 WPV is a 1989 Austin Metro Mosaic, first registered on 28 October 1989.

Is G281 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G281 WPV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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