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F774 KTO

1989 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,820 mi
Last recorded35,820 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L49,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF774 KTO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2006 35,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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F774 KTO is a 1989 Austin Metro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F774 KTO, 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 F774 KTO registered?

F774 KTO is a 1989 Austin Metro L, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is F774 KTO safe to buy?

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