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F445 XCW

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

61,898 mi
Last recorded61,898 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF445 XCW
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 61,898 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 61,651 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 61,651 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 59,422 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 57,130 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 56,989 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 56,816 miles

offside front wheelarch corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2013 55,057 miles

Offside front wheelarch starting to corrode

Pass 16 Jul 2012 53,029 miles

Movement in drivers seatback

Nearside rear bumper cable tied on

movement in front passenger seatback

Fail 13 Jul 2012 53,025 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear bumper cable tied on

movement in front passenger seatback

Pass 11 Jul 2011 50,753 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 50,753 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 48,375 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 45,563 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 43,035 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 41,490 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 41,270 miles

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

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Aug 2006 39,120 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 39,120 miles

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

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L Auto?

Based on 823 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
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F445 XCW is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 41,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L Auto fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F445 XCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro L Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F445 XCW registered?

F445 XCW is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 28 March 1989.

Is F445 XCW safe to buy?

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