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F92 PLO

1989 Austin Metro

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,095 mi
Last recorded87,095 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro57,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF92 PLO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2006 87,095 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 87,095 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2005 74,747 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 74,747 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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F92 PLO is a 1989 Austin Metro in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.4% with a typical mileage of 57,489 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 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F92 PLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F92 PLO registered?

F92 PLO is a 1989 Austin Metro, first registered on 21 February 1989.

Is F92 PLO safe to buy?

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