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E195 DGS

1988 Austin Metro Mayfair

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,837 mi
Last recorded2,837 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro Mayfair42,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE195 DGS
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Mayfair
Year1988
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2014 2,837 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 2,834 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 2,824 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 2,766 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 2,748 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Mayfair?

Based on 800 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
509
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 60
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 45
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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E195 DGS is a 1988 Austin Metro Mayfair in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 42,532 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Mayfair fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E195 DGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E195 DGS registered?

E195 DGS is a 1988 Austin Metro Mayfair, first registered on 28 March 1988.

Is E195 DGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E195 DGS shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E195 DGS have outstanding finance?

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