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D881 NKO

1987 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,843 mi
Last recorded35,843 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro L36,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD881 NKO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2014 35,843 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 35,840 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 35,834 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 35,828 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 35,811 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 35,734 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 35,688 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2007 35,594 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 35,567 miles

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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D881 NKO is a 1987 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests 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 D881 NKO, 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 D881 NKO registered?

D881 NKO is a 1987 Austin Metro L, first registered on 4 March 1987.

Is D881 NKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D881 NKO shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D881 NKO have outstanding finance?

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