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F880 RJU

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

72,500 mi
Last recorded72,500 miles
Recorded on11 May 2020
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF880 RJU
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2020 72,500 miles

All four tyres perished

Pass 10 Jul 2018 72,441 miles

Near side rear brake has a low efort

Pass 11 Jul 2017 71,769 miles

slight exhaust leak from centre section

Pass 12 Jul 2016 70,948 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 70,017 miles

Near side front floor begining to rust

Pass 9 Jul 2014 68,444 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 65,565 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 63,653 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Off side rear service brake has a low effort

Pass 25 Jun 2011 62,590 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 58,837 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 53,664 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2009 53,664 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 49,594 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 45,772 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 42,854 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L Auto?

Based on 823 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
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F880 RJU is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 41,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L Auto fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F880 RJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was F880 RJU registered?

F880 RJU is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 29 March 1989.

Is F880 RJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F880 RJU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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