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B239 GRC

1984 Austin Metro Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,223 mi
Last recorded35,223 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2010
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro Auto29,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB239 GRC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2010 35,223 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 35,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Intermitant horn fault

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Slight corrosion to vehicle structure, body and cosmetics

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 35,152 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside washer poorly adjusted

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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B239 GRC is a 1984 Austin Metro Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B239 GRC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B239 GRC registered?

B239 GRC is a 1984 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 6 October 1984.

Is B239 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B239 GRC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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