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F537 MPM

1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,863 mi
Last recorded50,863 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2006
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto37,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF537 MPM
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2006 50,863 miles

Offside Rear 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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F537 MPM is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 37,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F537 MPM, 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 38 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 F537 MPM registered?

F537 MPM is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 19 August 1988.

Is F537 MPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F537 MPM shows 1 test 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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