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B879 XKJ

1985 Austin Metro Hle

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

36,870 mi
Last recorded36,870 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro Hle46,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB879 XKJ
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 36,870 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2012 36,736 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2011 36,580 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 May 2011 36,580 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2010 36,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 May 2010 36,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2009 36,246 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 36,089 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 23 May 2008 36,089 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 35,873 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 35,625 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Hle?

Based on 1,061 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
704
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Steering rack gaiter split 47
brake recording little or no effort 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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B879 XKJ is a 1985 Austin Metro Hle in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 46,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Hle fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B879 XKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Hle typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B879 XKJ registered?

B879 XKJ is a 1985 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 12 March 1985.

Is B879 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B879 XKJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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