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F129 OFJ

1994 Austin Metro

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,974 mi
Last recorded82,974 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF129 OFJ
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2006 82,974 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 82,965 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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F129 OFJ is a 1994 Austin Metro in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F129 OFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 32 years old, this Austin Metro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F129 OFJ registered?

F129 OFJ is a 1994 Austin Metro, first registered on 2 November 1994.

Is F129 OFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F129 OFJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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