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D213 AGW

1987 Austin Metro V/plas

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

51,600 mi
Last recorded51,600 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2006
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro V/plas32,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD213 AGW
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2006 51,600 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

nearside and offside front seatbelt buckles

offside front wing and body condition

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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D213 AGW is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1987 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 32,852 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 V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D213 AGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D213 AGW registered?

D213 AGW is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 16 March 1987.

Is D213 AGW safe to buy?

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