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C467 UPH

1986 Austin Metro L

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,305 mi
Last recorded35,305 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2010
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro L40,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC467 UPH
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2010 35,305 miles

rear exhaust has been repaired /various panel damaged

Pass 22 Apr 2009 35,288 miles

temporary repair to rear exhaust box /o/s mirror mounting damaged /

Pass 18 Apr 2008 35,224 miles

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

clutch needs replacing

Pass 25 Apr 2007 35,207 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 35,207 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 35,164 miles

Exhaust blow from rear box and frontpipe on limit

Front suspensiom low on limit

Rear tyres perished and uneven wear , n/s/r is on limit

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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C467 UPH is a 1986 Austin Metro L in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 40,518 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C467 UPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C467 UPH registered?

C467 UPH is a 1986 Austin Metro L, first registered on 11 June 1986.

Is C467 UPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C467 UPH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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