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E454 YNO

1987 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,054 mi
Last recorded19,054 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2007
Typical for 1987 Austin Metro V/plas Auto28,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE454 YNO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2007 19,054 miles

ns and os rear tyre cracked inside edge

Fail 22 Aug 2007 19,046 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

n/s o/s rear inner tyre walls cracked

Pass 22 Aug 2006 18,974 miles

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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E454 YNO is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 28,327 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E454 YNO, 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 39 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of E454 YNO?

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What year was E454 YNO registered?

E454 YNO is a 1987 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 25 August 1987.

Is E454 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E454 YNO 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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