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D436 FFX

1986 Austin Metro Mayfair

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,009 mi
Last recorded28,009 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro Mayfair33,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD436 FFX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Mayfair
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 28,009 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 27,531 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 27,283 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 26,644 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 26,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2011 26,138 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 26,138 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 25,764 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 25,365 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 25,108 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 25,040 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 25,009 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2005 24,906 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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D436 FFX is a 1986 Austin Metro Mayfair in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 33,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D436 FFX, 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 40 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 D436 FFX registered?

D436 FFX is a 1986 Austin Metro Mayfair, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D436 FFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D436 FFX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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