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C481 EYB

1985 Austin Metro Auto

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,470 mi
Last recorded16,470 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro Auto19,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC481 EYB
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 16,470 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 16,354 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 15,455 miles

both rear and offside front tyres perishing on sidewalls

Fail 16 Jun 2016 15,455 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

both rear and offside front tyres perishing on sidewalls

Pass 21 Sep 2015 15,351 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 13,084 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 12,154 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 11,885 miles

all tyres cracking

Pass 15 Oct 2011 11,605 miles

tyres cracking

Pass 9 Oct 2010 11,046 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 10,712 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 10,712 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 10,656 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 10,478 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 10,060 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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C481 EYB is a 1985 Austin Metro Auto in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 19,394 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 C481 EYB, 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 41 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 C481 EYB registered?

C481 EYB is a 1985 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C481 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C481 EYB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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