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A842 JCM

1984 Austin Metro Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,285 mi
Last recorded9,285 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro Auto29,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA842 JCM
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 9,285 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 9,283 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 9,280 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 9,219 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 9,079 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 9,079 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 8,963 miles

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Auto?

Based on 1,786 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 80
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 69
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A842 JCM is a 1984 Austin Metro Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 29,074 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A842 JCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A842 JCM registered?

A842 JCM is a 1984 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 9 April 1984.

Is A842 JCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A842 JCM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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