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E254 OMP

1988 Austin Metro L

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,852 mi
Last recorded21,852 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro L43,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE254 OMP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 21,852 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 21,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 19,834 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 18,954 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 18,954 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 May 2022 18,935 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 May 2022 18,935 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 18,851 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 18,825 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 18,625 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 18,600 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 18,592 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 18,588 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 18,583 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 18,579 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 18,576 miles

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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E254 OMP is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E254 OMP, 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.

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What year was E254 OMP registered?

E254 OMP is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 21 April 1988.

Is E254 OMP safe to buy?

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