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D344 AGX

1987 Austin Metro V/plas

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,190 mi
Last recorded52,190 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2007
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro V/plas32,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD344 AGX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Nov 2007 52,190 miles

front brake pads getting low

o.s and n.s outer sill at rear becoming corroded

o.s front tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

o.s rear tyre on limit and wearing smooth on inner edge

Pass 13 Dec 2006 47,666 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 47,520 miles

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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D344 AGX is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D344 AGX, 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 D344 AGX registered?

D344 AGX is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 4 June 1987.

Is D344 AGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D344 AGX shows 3 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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