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D796 LMD

1987 Austin Metro Mayfair

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,949 mi
Last recorded22,949 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro Mayfair30,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD796 LMD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Mayfair
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2024 22,949 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 19,362 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 17,869 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 16,711 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 15,567 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 15,442 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,206 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 15,033 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 14,813 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 14,593 miles

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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D796 LMD is a 1987 Austin Metro Mayfair in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 D796 LMD, 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 D796 LMD registered?

D796 LMD is a 1987 Austin Metro Mayfair, first registered on 29 June 1987.

Is D796 LMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D796 LMD shows 10 tests 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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