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D711 TTA

1987 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,988 mi
Last recorded25,988 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro L36,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD711 TTA
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 25,988 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 25,975 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 25,943 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 15,613 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 15,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 15,605 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 15,569 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 15,544 miles

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

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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D711 TTA is a 1987 Austin Metro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D711 TTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D711 TTA registered?

D711 TTA is a 1987 Austin Metro L, first registered on 4 June 1987.

Is D711 TTA safe to buy?

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