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D164 STU

1987 Austin Metro City

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,840 mi
Last recorded53,840 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2010
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro City39,940 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD164 STU
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2010 53,840 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 53,584 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 53,174 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 52,767 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 52,091 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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D164 STU is a 1987 Austin Metro City in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 39,940 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D164 STU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D164 STU registered?

D164 STU is a 1987 Austin Metro City, first registered on 30 April 1987.

Is D164 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D164 STU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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