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F344 RFB

1989 Austin Metro City X

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,948 mi
Last recorded86,948 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City X48,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF344 RFB
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2006 86,948 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

corrosion hole in off side front floor

many brake pipes corroded

near side front brake disc has odd wear pattern on outer face

near side head lamp aim slightly low

near side wheel inner arch to baulkhead very badly corroded

off side front brake hose cracked

off side wiper blade attatchment worn

some noise from near side rear brake

vehicle body has extensive corrosion

Pass 30 Nov 2005 55,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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F344 RFB is a 1989 Austin Metro City X in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F344 RFB, 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 F344 RFB registered?

F344 RFB is a 1989 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F344 RFB safe to buy?

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