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D355 RTT

1987 Austin Metro Mayfair

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

54,366 mi
Last recorded54,366 miles
Recorded on11 May 2006
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro Mayfair30,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD355 RTT
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Mayfair
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 May 2006 54,366 miles

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

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion to nearside inner sill

some movement in steering rack

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Mayfair?

Based on 800 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
509
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 60
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 45
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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D355 RTT is a 1987 Austin Metro Mayfair in Beige 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 Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 30,779 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 Mayfair fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D355 RTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Metro Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D355 RTT registered?

D355 RTT is a 1987 Austin Metro Mayfair, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D355 RTT safe to buy?

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