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D966 ABY

1986 Austin Metro Auto

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,448 mi
Last recorded30,448 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2007
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro Auto30,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD966 ABY
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2007 30,448 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 30,448 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit fouled by moving parts likely to cause damage (2.4.D.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 29,998 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 29,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp extinguishes when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Auto?

Based on 1,786 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 80
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 69
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D966 ABY is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 30,362 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 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D966 ABY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D966 ABY?

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What year was D966 ABY registered?

D966 ABY is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 25 November 1986.

Is D966 ABY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D966 ABY shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D966 ABY have outstanding finance?

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