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B821 NMV

1985 Austin Metro Auto

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

134,878 mi
Last recorded134,878 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro Auto19,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB821 NMV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 134,878 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 133,199 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 131,781 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 131,770 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2023 130,063 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 130,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 63,669 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 63,428 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and both rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear suspension pipes corroded.

Pass 11 May 2018 63,411 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Rear metal brake pipes corroded.

Rear suspension pipes corroded.

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 3 May 2017 62,532 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Rear metal brake pipes corroded.

Rear suspension pipes corroded.

Pass 4 May 2016 61,548 miles

Lower steering column rubber bush perished.

Rear suspension pipes corroded.

Slight damage to offside head light lens.

Surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Pass 1 May 2015 60,647 miles

Heavy surface corroison to vehicle.

Rear suspension pipes corroded.

Slight movement in steering column top bearing.

Pass 8 May 2014 60,008 miles

Offside front tyre worn close to legal limit on edges.

Slight movement in steering column top bearing.

Surface corrosion to vehicle.

Pass 9 May 2013 57,951 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 56,760 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 54,975 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 52,356 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 50,329 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 49,277 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 47,250 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 45,981 miles
Pass 10 May 2005 45,127 miles

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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B821 NMV is a 1985 Austin Metro Auto in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B821 NMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B821 NMV registered?

B821 NMV is a 1985 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 7 June 1985.

Is B821 NMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B821 NMV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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