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F183 XFX

1989 Austin Metro Auto

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,866 mi
Last recorded85,866 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF183 XFX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2008 85,866 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 19 May 2006 51,696 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

suspension has been refilled but seems to sit very high doesnt fowl any brake parts but unable to verify correct height

Pass 19 May 2006 51,696 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

suspension has been refilled but seems to sit very high doesnt fowl any brake parts but unable to verify correct height

Fail 16 May 2006 51,669 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front suspension lower than standard but still operating correctly

oil leak

temp gauge inop although fan cutting in and out ok

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Auto?

Based on 1,786 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 80
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 69
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F183 XFX is a 1989 Austin Metro Auto in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F183 XFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F183 XFX registered?

F183 XFX is a 1989 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 10 April 1989.

Is F183 XFX safe to buy?

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