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E964 LBP

1988 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,244 mi
Last recorded34,244 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 1988 Austin Metro L43,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE964 LBP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 34,244 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

front bumper slightly loose

Pass 9 Feb 2011 31,473 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 31,473 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 29,392 miles

some signs of rusting on front floor pans

Pass 26 Jan 2009 28,956 miles

some surface rusting on underbody

suspension becoming stiff

Pass 15 Jan 2008 28,457 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 27,808 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 27,249 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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E964 LBP is a 1988 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E964 LBP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E964 LBP registered?

E964 LBP is a 1988 Austin Metro L, first registered on 29 January 1988.

Is E964 LBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E964 LBP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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