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A192 JLW

1984 Austin Metro City X

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

79,586 mi
Last recorded79,586 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro City X47,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA192 JLW
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 79,586 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 78,998 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 78,846 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 78,621 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 78,408 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 78,393 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component has an unsafe modification to much movement (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened slight movement (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 78,335 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 78,118 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 77,886 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 77,407 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 77,073 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 76,238 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 75,465 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 74,585 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 74,010 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 73,120 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 72,946 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 72,846 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 72,639 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 72,473 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 72,290 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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A192 JLW is a 1984 Austin Metro City X in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1984 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 47,688 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 A192 JLW, 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 42 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 A192 JLW registered?

A192 JLW is a 1984 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 2 April 1984.

Is A192 JLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A192 JLW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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