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F695 DWD

1989 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,034 mi
Last recorded69,034 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L49,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF695 DWD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 69,034 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 68,781 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 67,962 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 65,078 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 61,901 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 58,325 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 54,435 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 50,310 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 46,167 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 42,448 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 36,659 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,955 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 21,657 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 11,062 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 18,006 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 18,006 miles

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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F695 DWD is a 1989 Austin Metro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 49,130 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 F695 DWD, 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 37 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F695 DWD registered?

F695 DWD is a 1989 Austin Metro L, first registered on 24 February 1989.

Is F695 DWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F695 DWD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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