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E306 UNE

1987 Austin Metro Auto

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,599 mi
Last recorded43,599 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2007
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro Auto32,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE306 UNE
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2007 43,599 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 27,734 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 27,207 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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E306 UNE is a 1987 Austin Metro Auto in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E306 UNE, 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 E306 UNE registered?

E306 UNE is a 1987 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 27 August 1987.

Is E306 UNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E306 UNE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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