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E824 ADO

1988 Austin Metro City X

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,190 mi
Last recorded20,190 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2009
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro City X41,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE824 ADO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2009 20,190 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 20,145 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 20,057 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 19,953 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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E824 ADO is a 1988 Austin Metro City X in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E824 ADO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E824 ADO registered?

E824 ADO is a 1988 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 19 February 1988.

Is E824 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E824 ADO shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E824 ADO have outstanding finance?

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