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F582 LUR

1989 Austin Metro

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,639 mi
Last recorded38,639 miles
Recorded on20 May 2005
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro57,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF582 LUR
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2005 38,639 miles
Fail 19 May 2005 38,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

front pads very low !!

rear brake reading - foot brake and hand brake very low % readings !!

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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F582 LUR is a 1989 Austin Metro in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.4% with a typical mileage of 57,489 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F582 LUR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was F582 LUR registered?

F582 LUR is a 1989 Austin Metro, first registered on 27 January 1989.

Is F582 LUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F582 LUR 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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