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E150 KPE

1988 Austin Metro L

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,552 mi
Last recorded49,552 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2006
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro L43,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE150 KPE
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2006 49,552 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2006 49,552 miles

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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E150 KPE is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 43,596 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 L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E150 KPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E150 KPE registered?

E150 KPE is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is E150 KPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E150 KPE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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