1989 Austin Metro L Auto 1.3L Petrol · G226 VMH
1989 Austin Metro L Auto (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1989. Recorded mileage 38,389 miles. MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUSTIN METRO L AUTO
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,389 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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G226 VMH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 38,389 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
G226 VMH 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 L Auto (G226 VMH) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 April 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: Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))”; “Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
G226 VMH Mileage History
- 22/03/202438,192 mi
- 26/03/202538,275 mi+83 mi
- 04/04/202538,275 mi
- 28/04/202638,389 mi+114 mi
- 28/04/202638,389 mi
Average of roughly 94 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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