MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,371 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?
Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F289 EMB is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1988 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 43,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F289 EMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of F289 EMB?
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What year was F289 EMB registered?
F289 EMB is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 1 August 1988.
Is F289 EMB safe to buy?
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