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C518 EAT

1986 Austin Metro L

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,640 mi
Last recorded10,640 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro L40,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC518 EAT
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 10,640 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 10,391 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2008 10,337 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 10,337 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 10,348 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 10,321 miles

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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C518 EAT is a 1986 Austin Metro L in Beige with a 998cc 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 C518 EAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C518 EAT registered?

C518 EAT is a 1986 Austin Metro L, first registered on 12 February 1986.

Is C518 EAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C518 EAT 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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