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D385 YRK

1986 Austin Metro City X

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,251 mi
Last recorded45,251 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2009
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro City X35,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD385 YRK
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2009 45,251 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 38,568 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 38,568 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 32,030 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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D385 YRK is a 1986 Austin Metro City X in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 35,190 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 D385 YRK, 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 40 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 D385 YRK registered?

D385 YRK is a 1986 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D385 YRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D385 YRK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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