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D219 VVW

1987 Austin Metro City X

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,129 mi
Last recorded61,129 miles
Recorded on17 May 2006
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro City X41,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD219 VVW
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 May 2006 61,129 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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D219 VVW is a 1987 Austin Metro City X in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D219 VVW, 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 D219 VVW registered?

D219 VVW is a 1987 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 30 April 1987.

Is D219 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D219 VVW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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