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F541 PRY

1989 Austin Metro City X

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,579 mi
Last recorded41,579 miles
Recorded on12 May 2009
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City X48,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF541 PRY
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 May 2009 41,579 miles

offside front tyre worn on edge//rear brake pipes corroded// rear subframe corroded/ underbody corrosion// fuel filler pipe corroded//

Pass 12 May 2008 40,268 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 39,191 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 37,951 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
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F541 PRY is a 1989 Austin Metro City X in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 48,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F541 PRY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F541 PRY registered?

F541 PRY is a 1989 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 6 February 1989.

Is F541 PRY safe to buy?

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