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A494 LAC

1984 Austin Metro City X

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

37,980 mi
Last recorded37,980 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro City X47,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA494 LAC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 37,980 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 37,804 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 37,654 miles

corrosion to rear valance

Fail 11 Jul 2017 37,654 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

corrosion to rear valance

Pass 12 Jul 2016 37,541 miles

some corrosion of rear exhaust silencer

Fail 29 Jul 2015 37,463 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear exhaust silencer has a minor leak

slight play in top of steering column

Pass 29 Jul 2015 37,463 miles

rear exhaust silencer has a minor leak

slight play in top of steering column

Fail 8 Aug 2014 37,282 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

corrosion to nearside rear inner body panel

fromt lower body panel slightly corroded

slight corrosion to front and rear wheel arches

Pass 8 Aug 2014 37,282 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

corrosion to nearside rear inner body panel

fromt lower body panel slightly corroded

slight corrosion to front and rear wheel arches

Pass 10 Jul 2014 37,254 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 37,246 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 37,156 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 36,721 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 36,560 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 36,499 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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A494 LAC is a 1984 Austin Metro City X in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 A494 LAC, 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 A494 LAC registered?

A494 LAC is a 1984 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 1 March 1984.

Is A494 LAC safe to buy?

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