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C391 XAH

1985 Austin Metro City

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

15,404 mi
Last recorded15,404 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro City45,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC391 XAH
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2007 15,404 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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 12 Jul 2006 15,193 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 15,193 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

rear valance corroded outside prescribed area

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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C391 XAH is a 1985 Austin Metro City in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C391 XAH, 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 C391 XAH registered?

C391 XAH is a 1985 Austin Metro City, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C391 XAH safe to buy?

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