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E188 DGS

1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

107,415 mi
Last recorded107,415 miles
Recorded on11 May 2006
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto37,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE188 DGS
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2006 107,415 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 107,415 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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E188 DGS is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Blue 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 V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 37,308 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 V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E188 DGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E188 DGS registered?

E188 DGS is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 13 June 1988.

Is E188 DGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E188 DGS 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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