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E774 EPH

1987 Austin Metro V/plas

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,852 mi
Last recorded33,852 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro V/plas32,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE774 EPH
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 33,852 miles

nearside front & rear tyres getting perrished

Pass 2 Aug 2016 33,777 miles

nearside front & rear tyres getting perrished

Fail 1 Aug 2016 33,774 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

nearside front & rear tyres getting perrished

Fail 27 Jul 2015 33,694 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

evidence of engine oil leak

n/s/r tyre cracked/perished

Pass 27 Jul 2015 33,694 miles

evidence of engine oil leak

n/s/r tyre cracked/perished

Pass 25 Jul 2014 33,334 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 33,131 miles

both rear tyres perishing but no cord showing.

o/s/f seat belt stalk outer shroud damaged but repaired , still operates fine.

Pass 30 Mar 2012 30,710 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls pershied

n/s/f headlight fitted incorrect

o/s/f wheel slightly binding

Fail 30 Mar 2012 30,710 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres sidewalls pershied

n/s/f headlight fitted incorrect

o/s/f wheel slightly binding

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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E774 EPH is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 32,852 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 V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E774 EPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E774 EPH registered?

E774 EPH is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 2 November 1987.

Is E774 EPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E774 EPH shows 9 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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