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D474 BAN

1987 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,054 mi
Last recorded23,054 miles
Recorded on23 May 2006
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro L36,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD474 BAN
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 May 2006 23,054 miles

emmissions h/c idle speed

sills weak n/s inner rear sill to floor weak rusty

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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D474 BAN is a 1987 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 36,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D474 BAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D474 BAN registered?

D474 BAN is a 1987 Austin Metro L, first registered on 22 June 1987.

Is D474 BAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D474 BAN shows 1 test 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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