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D248 OJN

1986 Austin Metro V/plas

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

44,363 mi
Last recorded44,363 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2007
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro V/plas36,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD248 OJN
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Jan 2007 44,363 miles

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

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

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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D248 OJN is a 1986 Austin Metro V/plas in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 36,283 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 D248 OJN, 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 40 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 D248 OJN registered?

D248 OJN is a 1986 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D248 OJN safe to buy?

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