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D855 RJO

1987 Austin Metro V/plas

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,068 mi
Last recorded15,068 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2010
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro V/plas32,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD855 RJO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2010 15,068 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 13,864 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 13,234 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 12,859 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 12,075 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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D855 RJO is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 32,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D855 RJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D855 RJO registered?

D855 RJO is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 15 April 1987.

Is D855 RJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D855 RJO shows 5 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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