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A207 OTA

1984 Austin Metro City X

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

52,707 mi
Last recorded52,707 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2006
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro City X47,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA207 OTA
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2006 52,707 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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A207 OTA is a 1984 Austin Metro City X in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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

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 A207 OTA, 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.

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What year was A207 OTA registered?

A207 OTA is a 1984 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 12 March 1984.

Is A207 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A207 OTA shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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