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F562 OMJ

1989 Austin Metro City X

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,592 mi
Last recorded39,592 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2015
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City X48,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF562 OMJ
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2015 39,592 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 36,834 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 35,005 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 31,708 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 29,741 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 27,576 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 27,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 6 May 2008 27,570 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 May 2007 27,011 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 23,074 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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F562 OMJ is a 1989 Austin Metro City X in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F562 OMJ, 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 F562 OMJ registered?

F562 OMJ is a 1989 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 30 June 1989.

Is F562 OMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F562 OMJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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