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F907 TPJ

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,285 mi
Last recorded62,285 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2007
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF907 TPJ
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2007 62,285 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front no plate is cracked

Gearbox is faulty

Nearside front tyre is worn on the inner edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear light unit has damaged

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2006 46,415 miles

Front exhaust has a slight blow

Stone chip in zone a

oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2005 27,523 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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F907 TPJ is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Auto fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F907 TPJ, 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 F907 TPJ registered?

F907 TPJ is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 4 December 1989.

Is F907 TPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F907 TPJ 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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