CarVerify

Free Car Check

E699 JDL

1988 Austin Metro City X

Blue Petrol 1275cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,200 mi
Last recorded52,200 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro City X41,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE699 JDL
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
View full Austin Metro City X reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 52,200 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 52,199 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2016 52,166 miles

Rear panel excessively corroded, not within prescribed area

Pass 16 Jan 2015 50,829 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

boot floor starting to corrode

both outer sills ,rear panel and rear inner wings starting to corrode

Pass 29 Jan 2014 49,364 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both outer sills ,rear panel ,boot floor and o/s/r inner wing starting to corrode

Pass 1 Feb 2013 47,526 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 47,521 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 45,974 miles

some corrision forming on underside

Pass 1 Dec 2010 44,568 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both outer sills starting to corrode

Pass 2 Dec 2009 42,678 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 40,744 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 38,895 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 36,435 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 35,117 miles

Both number plates starting to delaminate.

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 35,117 miles

Both number plates starting to delaminate.

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
Full Austin Metro City X reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E699 JDL is a 1988 Austin Metro City X in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 41,107 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E699 JDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E699 JDL?

You can check the full history of E699 JDL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E699 JDL registered?

E699 JDL is a 1988 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 25 March 1988.

Is E699 JDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E699 JDL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E699 JDL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E699 JDL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.