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F625 SVC

1989 Austin Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,821 mi
Last recorded55,821 miles
Recorded on14 May 2008
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro57,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF625 SVC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2008 55,821 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

offside windscreen wiper blade split

Fail 13 May 2008 55,821 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

offside windscreen wiper blade split

Pass 16 May 2007 51,783 miles

corrosion to nearside door and rear valance

Pass 18 May 2006 48,733 miles

as per previous vt32

Fail 18 May 2006 48,733 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyre valve dust caps missing, both rear tyres deteriorating

corrosion/damage; various doors, panels & bumpers

rear brakes noisy

slight coolant leak, fuel cap seal deteriorating, rear wiper not clearing, front no plate loose

tailgate struts weak, rear parcel shelf n/s strap broken, clutch pedal rubber worn

Pass 20 May 2005 47,851 miles
Fail 20 May 2005 47,851 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front number plate is insecure

front suspension is low

rear hatch door damaged

roof damaged

small exhaust blows from front and rear

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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F625 SVC is a 1989 Austin Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F625 SVC, 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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F625 SVC is a 1989 Austin Metro, first registered on 9 March 1989.

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