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F508 MWC

1989 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,178 mi
Last recorded129,178 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF508 MWC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2005 129,178 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 129,170 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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F508 MWC is a 1989 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F508 MWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F508 MWC registered?

F508 MWC is a 1989 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 18 January 1989.

Is F508 MWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F508 MWC 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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