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C343 VWD

1985 Austin Metro City

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,030 mi
Last recorded34,030 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2009
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro City45,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC343 VWD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2009 34,030 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 32,590 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 32,167 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 32,058 miles

Oil leak

Slight drop on brake peddle when under pressure

Pass 14 Dec 2005 31,877 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

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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C343 VWD is a 1985 Austin Metro City in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C343 VWD, 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.

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What year was C343 VWD registered?

C343 VWD is a 1985 Austin Metro City, first registered on 22 October 1985.

Is C343 VWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C343 VWD shows 5 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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