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F845 KUD

1989 Austin Metro City

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,233 mi
Last recorded76,233 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro City48,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF845 KUD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2008 76,233 miles

front seats do not move

Fail 14 Nov 2008 809,903 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

front seats do not move

Pass 16 Nov 2006 69,421 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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F845 KUD is a 1989 Austin Metro City in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 48,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F845 KUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F845 KUD registered?

F845 KUD is a 1989 Austin Metro City, first registered on 31 March 1989.

Is F845 KUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F845 KUD shows 3 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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