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F369 RAR

1989 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,597 mi
Last recorded71,597 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L49,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF369 RAR
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 71,597 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 71,578 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Corrosion to N/S and O/S fron jack point areas

Pass 11 Jun 2013 71,178 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 70,895 miles

corrosion to underside

Pass 15 Dec 2010 70,538 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 69,872 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 68,584 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 68,435 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 65,131 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 60,853 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 57,068 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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F369 RAR is a 1989 Austin Metro L in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 F369 RAR, 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 F369 RAR registered?

F369 RAR is a 1989 Austin Metro L, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F369 RAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F369 RAR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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