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B289 BMT

1985 Austin Metro City

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,972 mi
Last recorded59,972 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2006
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro City45,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB289 BMT
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2006 59,972 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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B289 BMT is a 1985 Austin Metro City in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 45,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B289 BMT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B289 BMT registered?

B289 BMT is a 1985 Austin Metro City, first registered on 21 March 1985.

Is B289 BMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B289 BMT shows 1 test 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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