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E60 BPK

1988 Austin Metro Auto

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,243 mi
Last recorded26,243 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro Auto36,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE60 BPK
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 26,243 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

low suspension

Fail 22 Jun 2016 26,243 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

low suspension

Pass 23 Jun 2015 24,342 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,930 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Jun 2013 21,469 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2013 21,462 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 19,166 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 19,091 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 18,977 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 18,866 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 18,680 miles

fuel stain around carb overflow pipe, no visible leak

Pass 16 Sep 2006 18,485 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 18,224 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 18,224 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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E60 BPK is a 1988 Austin Metro Auto in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 36,838 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 E60 BPK, 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 38 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 E60 BPK registered?

E60 BPK is a 1988 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E60 BPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E60 BPK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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