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D590 TRC

1986 Austin Metro City X

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

72,940 mi
Last recorded72,940 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2011
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro City X35,190 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD590 TRC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2011 72,940 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 72,940 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 72,937 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 72,921 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight petrol staining around the petrol tank but no visable leaks

Pass 30 Jun 2008 72,762 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

this vehicle is not a manufactured metro

Fail 27 Jun 2008 72,762 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

this vehicle is not a manufactured metro

Pass 13 Oct 2006 72,663 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 72,623 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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D590 TRC is a 1986 Austin Metro City X in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D590 TRC, 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 D590 TRC registered?

D590 TRC is a 1986 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 21 August 1986.

Is D590 TRC safe to buy?

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