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F326 ASB

1989 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,707 mi
Last recorded30,707 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L49,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF326 ASB
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2011 30,707 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 30,663 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 30,663 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 30,216 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 30,145 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 29,746 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2008 29,746 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 29,249 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 29,247 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 28,501 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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F326 ASB is a 1989 Austin Metro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 49,130 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F326 ASB, 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 37 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F326 ASB registered?

F326 ASB is a 1989 Austin Metro L, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F326 ASB safe to buy?

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