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D738 ETC

1986 Austin Metro V/plas

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,121 mi
Last recorded23,121 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2010
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro V/plas36,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD738 ETC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2010 23,121 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 22,172 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,896 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 18,858 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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D738 ETC is a 1986 Austin Metro V/plas in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 36,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D738 ETC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D738 ETC registered?

D738 ETC is a 1986 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D738 ETC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D738 ETC shows 4 tests 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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