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F362 CYD

1988 Austin Metro L

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,749 mi
Last recorded38,749 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro L43,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF362 CYD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 38,749 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (offside and nearside) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower outer body sill corroded

Offside Lower (body sill corroded)

Pass 29 Mar 2019 37,516 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Mar 2018 33,496 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both sills have slight corrosion

Pass 30 Mar 2017 30,353 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Apr 2016 25,743 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 25,514 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 25,453 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 25,293 miles

exhaust tail pipe close to ground

Pass 7 Jun 2011 25,159 miles

rear tyres perished and nearside rear nearing legal limit.

Pass 9 Jun 2010 25,021 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 24,842 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 24,690 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 24,690 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 24,576 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 24,405 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 24,152 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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F362 CYD is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 F362 CYD, 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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What year was F362 CYD registered?

F362 CYD is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 29 September 1988.

Is F362 CYD safe to buy?

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