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C610 PNV

1986 Austin Metro Auto

Maroon Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,847 mi
Last recorded44,847 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2007
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro Auto30,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC610 PNV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1986
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2007 44,847 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

hand brake on last click for reserve travel. underside of vehicle rusty

Pass 29 Nov 2007 44,847 miles

hand brake on last click for reserve travel. underside of vehicle rusty

Pass 18 Oct 2006 41,479 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 41,479 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

ADVISES # UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE RUSTY.REAR SUSPENSION PIPES RUSTY,. REAR SKIRT PANEL CORRODED,

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2005 36,503 miles

ADVISE; FRONT PIPE & MIDDLE EXHAUST BOX VERY RUSTY. BOTH REAR INNER WHEEL ARCHES SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION

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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C610 PNV is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto in Maroon with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C610 PNV, 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.

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What year was C610 PNV registered?

C610 PNV is a 1986 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 28 February 1986.

Is C610 PNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C610 PNV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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