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E590 DAR

1988 Austin Metro L

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,698 mi
Last recorded89,698 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2011
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro L43,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE590 DAR
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2011 89,698 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 7 Apr 2011 89,698 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 1 May 2010 88,518 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 88,217 miles

unable to check condition of chassis properly due to body kit fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2008 88,217 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

unable to check condition of chassis properly due to body kit fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2007 88,155 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 87,821 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 87,821 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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E590 DAR is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E590 DAR, 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 E590 DAR registered?

E590 DAR is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 14 January 1988.

Is E590 DAR safe to buy?

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