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B760 DOA

1985 Austin Metro V/plas

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,529 mi
Last recorded49,529 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2007
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro V/plas56,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB760 DOA
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2007 49,529 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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B760 DOA is a 1985 Austin Metro V/plas in Yellow 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 V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 56,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B760 DOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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How do I check the history of B760 DOA?

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What year was B760 DOA registered?

B760 DOA is a 1985 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 26 February 1985.

Is B760 DOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B760 DOA 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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