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D190 SRO

1987 Austin Metro City X

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,493 mi
Last recorded70,493 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2010
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro City X41,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD190 SRO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2010 70,493 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2010 70,493 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 34,439 miles

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
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D190 SRO is a 1987 Austin Metro City X in Red 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 City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 41,648 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 D190 SRO, 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 39 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D190 SRO registered?

D190 SRO is a 1987 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D190 SRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D190 SRO 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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