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E112 YGS

1987 Austin Metro Auto

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,125 mi
Last recorded42,125 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2006
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro Auto32,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE112 YGS
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2006 42,125 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Auto?

Based on 1,786 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 80
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 69
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E112 YGS is a 1987 Austin Metro Auto in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 32,297 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E112 YGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E112 YGS registered?

E112 YGS is a 1987 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 28 August 1987.

Is E112 YGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E112 YGS shows 1 test 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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