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F421 SMH

1988 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,973 mi
Last recorded50,973 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2008
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro L43,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF421 SMH
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2008 50,973 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 49,063 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 49,063 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 46,234 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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F421 SMH is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 43,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F421 SMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F421 SMH?

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What year was F421 SMH registered?

F421 SMH is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 28 October 1988.

Is F421 SMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F421 SMH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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