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F356 URP

1988 Austin Metro Auto

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,924 mi
Last recorded72,924 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2006
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro Auto36,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF356 URP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2006 72,924 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 72,924 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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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F356 URP is a 1988 Austin Metro Auto in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 36,838 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 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F356 URP, 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 38 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 F356 URP registered?

F356 URP is a 1988 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 21 October 1988.

Is F356 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F356 URP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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