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F155 SLU

1989 Austin Metro City X

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,609 mi
Last recorded75,609 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2009
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City X48,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF155 SLU
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2009 75,609 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 73,873 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 71,179 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 71,169 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 67,438 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
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F155 SLU is a 1989 Austin Metro City X in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 48,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F155 SLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F155 SLU registered?

F155 SLU is a 1989 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 22 May 1989.

Is F155 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F155 SLU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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