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F98 AOF

1988 Austin Metro Studio 2

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,844 mi
Last recorded45,844 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2006
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro Studio 234,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF98 AOF
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Studio 2
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2006 45,844 miles

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

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Studio 2?

Based on 519 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
1,122
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 32
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
brake recording little or no effort 24
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F98 AOF is a 1988 Austin Metro Studio 2 in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro Studio 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 34,421 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Studio 2 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F98 AOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Studio 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro Studio 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F98 AOF registered?

F98 AOF is a 1988 Austin Metro Studio 2, first registered on 16 December 1988.

Is F98 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F98 AOF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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