1989 Austin Metro GS 1.3L Petrol · F710 MTT
1989 Austin Metro GS (1.3L, petrol). First registered 28 Apr 1989. Recorded mileage 36,455 miles. MOT valid until 27 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUSTIN METRO GS
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,455 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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F710 MTT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 36,455 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F710 MTT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Austin Metro Gs (F710 MTT) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Rear Suspension unit modified so that its function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii))”.
F710 MTT Mileage History
- 13/05/202434,143 mi
- 13/05/202434,143 mi
- 29/05/202534,160 mi+17 mi
- 22/05/202636,452 mi+2,292 mi
- 26/05/202636,455 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 1,137 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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