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F390 XLV

1988 Austin Metro City X

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,641 mi
Last recorded76,641 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2006
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro City X41,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF390 XLV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2006 76,641 miles

car in genral very rusty underneth

engine oil leak noted

exhaust noted rusty

f/n/s outer c.v gaitor perished

f/n/s tyre worn on inner edge

front brake discs noted worn

r/o/s tyre perished on outer wall

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
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F390 XLV is a 1988 Austin Metro City X in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 41,107 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F390 XLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F390 XLV registered?

F390 XLV is a 1988 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 24 August 1988.

Is F390 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F390 XLV 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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