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C455 NHK

1986 Austin Metro Auto

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,536 mi
Last recorded35,536 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro Auto30,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC455 NHK
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2008 35,536 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2008 35,360 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 26 Sep 2007 30,700 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 30,700 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 25,523 miles

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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C455 NHK is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 30,362 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 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C455 NHK, 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

How do I check the history of C455 NHK?

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What year was C455 NHK registered?

C455 NHK is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 9 June 1986.

Is C455 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C455 NHK shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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