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D727 PTH

1987 Austin Metro City

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

12,953 mi
Last recorded12,953 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro City39,940 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD727 PTH
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 12,953 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 12,953 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 12,831 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 12,504 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 12,437 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 12,188 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 11,349 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 9,315 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 9,298 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 9,298 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2017 9,261 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 9,037 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 9,037 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 9,001 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 8,999 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 8,944 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 8,944 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 15 May 2013 8,859 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 8,790 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 8,682 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 8,585 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 8,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2009 8,448 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 8,234 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 8,103 miles

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

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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D727 PTH is a 1987 Austin Metro City in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1987 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 39,940 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D727 PTH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D727 PTH registered?

D727 PTH is a 1987 Austin Metro City, first registered on 1 June 1987.

Is D727 PTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D727 PTH shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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