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C116 DMU

1985 Austin Metro City

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

38,037 mi
Last recorded38,037 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro City45,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC116 DMU
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1985
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 38,037 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 37,883 miles

Advise tyres cracking

Pass 9 Oct 2019 37,570 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 37,027 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

advise front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2017 36,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

suspension dropped o/s /f

Pass 28 Apr 2016 36,556 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 36,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 34,482 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 34,469 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 25,961 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 24,514 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 23,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 23,203 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 22,311 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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C116 DMU is a 1985 Austin Metro City in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 45,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C116 DMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C116 DMU registered?

C116 DMU is a 1985 Austin Metro City, first registered on 30 August 1985.

Is C116 DMU safe to buy?

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