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C148 GUD

1986 Austin Metro Hle

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,084 mi
Last recorded51,084 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC148 GUD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2006 51,084 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 51,084 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

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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C148 GUD is a 1986 Austin Metro Hle in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C148 GUD, 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 40 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C148 GUD registered?

C148 GUD is a 1986 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 20 March 1986.

Is C148 GUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C148 GUD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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