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F249 HNJ

1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

33,220 mi
Last recorded33,220 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto37,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF249 HNJ
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 33,220 miles

Front front pannel corroded

Fail 2 Oct 2025 33,220 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed by rear subframe front mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s outer/under sill holed at rear subframe front mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both rear brakes not working (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front front pannel corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2018 33,210 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 33,048 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 32,923 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 32,328 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 32,325 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 32,036 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 31,785 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 31,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 27,988 miles

chip in n/s headlight

o/s and n/s windscreen wiper blades split

Fail 4 Jul 2011 27,983 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

chip in n/s headlight

o/s and n/s windscreen wiper blades split

Pass 30 Jun 2010 18,315 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 15,490 miles

slight oil leaks

Pass 30 Jun 2008 15,264 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 14,884 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 14,619 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 14,616 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Pass 4 Jul 2005 14,394 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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F249 HNJ is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 37,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F249 HNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F249 HNJ registered?

F249 HNJ is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 26 August 1988.

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The MOT history for F249 HNJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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