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B415 COM

1985 Austin Metro City X

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,590 mi
Last recorded24,590 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro City X32,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB415 COM
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 24,590 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 24,515 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 24,455 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 24,455 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 24,231 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 24,027 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 23,733 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 23,526 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 23,407 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 23,058 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 22,827 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 22,260 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 21,802 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 21,293 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 17,108 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,673 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 20,382 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 20,180 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 19,960 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 19,548 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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B415 COM is a 1985 Austin Metro City X in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 32,617 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 B415 COM, 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 41 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 B415 COM registered?

B415 COM is a 1985 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 31 January 1985.

Is B415 COM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B415 COM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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