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D511 CPE

1987 Austin Metro L

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

24,465 mi
Last recorded24,465 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2006
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro L36,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD511 CPE
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2006 24,465 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

some wear suspension etc steering colomn some movement nearside rear brake back plate damp and marginal efficiency on foot and hand brake.

Pass 27 Oct 2005 20,383 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 20,383 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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D511 CPE is a 1987 Austin Metro L in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D511 CPE, 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 D511 CPE registered?

D511 CPE is a 1987 Austin Metro L, first registered on 2 July 1987.

Is D511 CPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D511 CPE shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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