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C187 RPE

1985 Austin Metro City X

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,689 mi
Last recorded31,689 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro City X32,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC187 RPE
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City X
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2008 31,689 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 31,385 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 30,975 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 30,928 miles

fuel filler neck rubber coupling starting to split

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City X?

Based on 4,820 MOT tests across 1,133 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 610
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 339
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 322
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 268
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 247
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C187 RPE is a 1985 Austin Metro City X in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 32,617 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City X fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C187 RPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C187 RPE registered?

C187 RPE is a 1985 Austin Metro City X, first registered on 16 September 1985.

Is C187 RPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C187 RPE shows 4 tests 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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