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4169 UM

1985 Austin Metro

Turquoise Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,259 mi
Last recorded44,259 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro37,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4169 UM
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1985
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 44,259 miles

advised slight oil leak

advised slight play steering linkage

Fail 27 Feb 2026 44,259 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested binding brake (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

advised oil leak

advised play in steering linkage

Pass 21 Jun 2024 40,824 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2016 38,499 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 37,762 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 37,815 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 37,795 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 37,766 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 38,539 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 37,753 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 37,742 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 37,464 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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4169 UM is a 1985 Austin Metro in Turquoise with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 37,795 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 4169 UM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 4169 UM registered?

4169 UM is a 1985 Austin Metro, first registered on 25 September 1985.

Is 4169 UM safe to buy?

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