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F480 NUT

1988 Austin Metro V/plas

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,561 mi
Last recorded79,561 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2007
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro V/plas41,085 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF480 NUT
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2007 79,561 miles

light damage on windscreen

n/s and o/s floors starting to corrode

slight wear in n/r rack joint

Pass 15 Jun 2006 79,259 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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F480 NUT is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 41,085 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F480 NUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F480 NUT registered?

F480 NUT is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 23 September 1988.

Is F480 NUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F480 NUT shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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