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B375 FRX

1984 Austin Metro City X

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,432 mi
Last recorded71,432 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro City X47,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB375 FRX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 71,432 miles

Both Side Repeaters Not Working

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight Underbody Corrosion

Pass 27 Jun 2014 66,094 miles

Both Side Wing Repeaters Not Working

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 61,557 miles

Oil leak

both side wing repeaters not working

Fail 1 Jun 2013 61,557 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

both side wing repeaters not working

Pass 29 Dec 2011 54,976 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Dec 2011 54,976 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 52,450 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 52,450 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 46,215 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 45,858 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 45,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

suspension slightly low

Pass 28 Sep 2006 45,188 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 44,677 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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B375 FRX is a 1984 Austin Metro City X in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 B375 FRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B375 FRX registered?

B375 FRX is a 1984 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 3 November 1984.

Is B375 FRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B375 FRX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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