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B623 OLC

1985 Austin Metro Auto

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

50,673 mi
Last recorded50,673 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2006
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro Auto19,394 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB623 OLC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Nov 2006 50,673 miles

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

fuel cap seal starting to perish

slight play at front wheels

Pass 8 Jul 2005 19,698 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 19,698 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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B623 OLC is a 1985 Austin Metro Auto in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 19,394 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B623 OLC, 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 41 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B623 OLC registered?

B623 OLC is a 1985 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 21 March 1985.

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