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E297 CAN

1987 Austin Metro Auto

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,303 mi
Last recorded14,303 miles
Recorded on11 May 2020
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro Auto32,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE297 CAN
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2020 14,303 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 14,102 miles

Front tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 30 May 2018 14,069 miles

Front tyres cracking on sidewall

Fail 29 May 2018 14,096 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 7 Aug 2017 12,967 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 12,324 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 11,870 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 11,383 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 11,140 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2010 10,918 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 10,435 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 9,992 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 9,487 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 9,004 miles

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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E297 CAN is a 1987 Austin Metro Auto in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 E297 CAN, 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.

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What year was E297 CAN registered?

E297 CAN is a 1987 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 8 August 1987.

Is E297 CAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E297 CAN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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