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F513 VCX

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,531 mi
Last recorded33,531 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF513 VCX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 33,531 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 33,029 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 32,338 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 31,893 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 31,893 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 31,395 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 31,305 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 30,471 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 29,623 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 287,960 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 28,098 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 27,820 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 27,444 miles

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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F513 VCX is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 F513 VCX, 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 F513 VCX registered?

F513 VCX is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F513 VCX safe to buy?

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