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G370 ABY

1990 Austin Metro Mosaic

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

72,033 mi
Last recorded72,033 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2008
Typical for 1990 Austin Metro Mosaic53,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG370 ABY
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Mosaic
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Jan 2008 72,033 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 69,035 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 69,035 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 65,564 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 65,564 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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G370 ABY is a 1990 Austin Metro Mosaic in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1990 Austin Metro Mosaic models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 53,822 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 Mosaic fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G370 ABY, 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 36 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 G370 ABY registered?

G370 ABY is a 1990 Austin Metro Mosaic, first registered on 1 February 1990.

Is G370 ABY safe to buy?

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