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E850 MTR

1988 Austin Metro V/plas

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

52,121 mi
Last recorded52,121 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro V/plas41,085 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE850 MTR
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 52,121 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear suspension operation weak

Fail 18 Jun 2026 52,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear suspension operation weak

Fail 1 Apr 2026 52,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension operation weak

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2015 51,968 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 46,139 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 45,326 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

o/s/r tyre wearing

Pass 2 Sep 2008 44,263 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2008 44,256 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 43,147 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 43,142 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 42,143 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 41,085 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2005 41,085 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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E850 MTR is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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

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 E850 MTR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E850 MTR registered?

E850 MTR is a 1988 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 17 June 1988.

Is E850 MTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E850 MTR shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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