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E466 BPK

1988 Austin Metro City X

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,055 mi
Last recorded68,055 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2008
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro City X41,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE466 BPK
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2008 68,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 53,716 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 46,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 46,661 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
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E466 BPK is a 1988 Austin Metro City X in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 41,107 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E466 BPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E466 BPK registered?

E466 BPK is a 1988 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E466 BPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E466 BPK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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