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F593 PAC

1988 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,929 mi
Last recorded28,929 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2013
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro L43,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF593 PAC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2013 28,929 miles

OFF SIDE FRONT LOWER WING CORRODED

SUSPENSION LOW

Fail 24 Sep 2013 28,929 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

OFF SIDE FRONT LOWER WING CORRODED

SUSPENSION LOW

Pass 22 Sep 2012 28,840 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 28,840 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside exterior mirror missing

Pass 21 Sep 2011 28,733 miles

SUSPENSION LOW

Pass 26 Aug 2010 28,609 miles

Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Fail 23 Aug 2010 28,598 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 28,437 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 28,077 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside obligatory mirrow

Fail 24 Sep 2008 28,075 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 28,097 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 27,733 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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F593 PAC is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 43,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F593 PAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F593 PAC registered?

F593 PAC is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 23 August 1988.

Is F593 PAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F593 PAC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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