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C568 EJA

1986 Austin Metro V/plas

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,048 mi
Last recorded40,048 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro V/plas36,283 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC568 EJA
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 40,048 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 40,025 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above subframe mounting near to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at rear of chassis to rear valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fuel filler pipe corrosion

Pass 6 Nov 2020 39,702 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 39,575 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 39,575 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 39,541 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

fuel filler pipe corroded

Fail 16 May 2018 39,541 miles

Offside Track rod end socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

fuel filler pipe corroded

Pass 30 May 2017 39,418 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 39,367 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 39,260 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 39,251 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 39,109 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 38,930 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 38,864 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 38,653 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 38,459 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 38,459 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 38,261 miles

1/advise suspension low both sides 2/ advanced corrosion to fuel filler pipe and outer sill at rear both sides

Fail 7 Apr 2009 38,261 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

1/advise suspension low both sides 2/ advanced corrosion to fuel filler pipe and outer sill at rear both sides

Pass 1 Apr 2008 38,098 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 37,592 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 37,592 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2006 37,191 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 37,191 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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C568 EJA is a 1986 Austin Metro V/plas in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 36,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C568 EJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C568 EJA is a 1986 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 2 April 1986.

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