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C321 NEV

1986 Austin Metro Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,838 mi
Last recorded27,838 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2007
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro Auto30,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC321 NEV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2007 27,838 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 27,838 miles

Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Gas suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Rear Gas suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Gas suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

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

Offside Rear Gas suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 25,252 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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C321 NEV is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 30,362 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 C321 NEV, 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 40 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 C321 NEV registered?

C321 NEV is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 30 May 1986.

Is C321 NEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C321 NEV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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