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B432 CWC

1985 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,586 mi
Last recorded32,586 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro L38,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB432 CWC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 32,586 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 32,528 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 32,381 miles

coolant leak.

Pass 24 Apr 2015 32,186 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 31,883 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 31,574 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 31,232 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 31,227 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

suspension low

Pass 6 Apr 2011 30,792 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 30,788 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 30,507 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 30,507 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 30,140 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 30,140 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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B432 CWC is a 1985 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 38,877 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B432 CWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was B432 CWC registered?

B432 CWC is a 1985 Austin Metro L, first registered on 29 March 1985.

Is B432 CWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B432 CWC shows 14 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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