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E766 TWD

1988 Austin Metro V/plas

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,433 mi
Last recorded27,433 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro V/plas41,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE766 TWD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 27,433 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 1 Oct 2024 27,396 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 17 Sep 2024 27,385 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 19 Sep 2023 27,349 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 15 Sep 2022 27,284 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 20 Sep 2021 27,206 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 27,096 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 26,648 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rubber steering coupling worn

Pass 19 Sep 2018 25,818 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Sep 2017 25,345 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 24,904 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

N/S/F underwing corroded, not within prescribed area

Pass 24 Sep 2015 24,594 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

N/S/F underwing corroded, not within prescribed area

Pass 15 Oct 2014 23,795 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Oct 2013 22,862 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Nov 2012 22,295 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 15 Dec 2011 21,900 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rubber steering coupling slightly perished

Pass 15 Dec 2010 21,372 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 20,413 miles

Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

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

Fail 21 Dec 2009 20,404 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Coolant leak

Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 20,398 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 20,398 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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E766 TWD is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 41,085 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E766 TWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E766 TWD registered?

E766 TWD is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 8 July 1988.

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