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F83 BVP

1989 Austin Metro L

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,971 mi
Last recorded33,971 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2010
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L49,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF83 BVP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2010 33,971 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 15 Feb 2010 33,970 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 33,928 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 33,923 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 33,573 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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F83 BVP is a 1989 Austin Metro L in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F83 BVP, 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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F83 BVP is a 1989 Austin Metro L, first registered on 25 April 1989.

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