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F689 RPL

1989 Austin Metro Studio 2

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,904 mi
Last recorded55,904 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro Studio 249,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF689 RPL
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Studio 2
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2006 55,904 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

offside washer jet partialy blocked

Pass 28 Jun 2005 55,475 miles

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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F689 RPL is a 1989 Austin Metro Studio 2 in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro Studio 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 49,187 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 F689 RPL, 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 37 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 F689 RPL registered?

F689 RPL is a 1989 Austin Metro Studio 2, first registered on 9 June 1989.

Is F689 RPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F689 RPL shows 2 tests 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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