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D636 PHL

1987 Austin Metro City X

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,251 mi
Last recorded46,251 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro City X41,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD636 PHL
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 46,251 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 44,953 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 May 2013 43,756 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 41,637 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 39,661 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 39,652 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 May 2010 37,924 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 35,483 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 33,076 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 29,327 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 29,327 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 25,282 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 25,281 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

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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D636 PHL is a 1987 Austin Metro City X in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 D636 PHL, 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 D636 PHL registered?

D636 PHL is a 1987 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D636 PHL safe to buy?

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