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E386 VOC

1988 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,274 mi
Last recorded39,274 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2007
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro L43,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE386 VOC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2007 39,274 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 38,749 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 33,406 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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E386 VOC is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E386 VOC, 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 E386 VOC registered?

E386 VOC is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 17 June 1988.

Is E386 VOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E386 VOC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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