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C468 WVJ

1986 Austin Metro Auto

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

25,403 mi
Last recorded25,403 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2013
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro Auto30,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC468 WVJ
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2013 25,403 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 24,062 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 24,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 22,215 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 22,215 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,001 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 18,275 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 16,667 miles

engine has slight oil leak

osf tyre worn on inside edge

slight blow on exhaust at manifold

Pass 11 Sep 2006 15,052 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 15,052 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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C468 WVJ is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 C468 WVJ, 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 C468 WVJ registered?

C468 WVJ is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C468 WVJ safe to buy?

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