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C640 HOX

1985 Austin Metro

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,793 mi
Last recorded58,793 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro37,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC640 HOX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2008 58,793 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Both inner wing areas badly corroded

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s/f wing corroded

rear number plate damaged

suspension height getting low

Pass 20 Dec 2007 55,883 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 19 Dec 2007 55,864 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 53,296 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear number plate damaged

Pass 8 Dec 2005 50,978 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 50,978 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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C640 HOX is a 1985 Austin Metro in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 37,795 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 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C640 HOX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C640 HOX registered?

C640 HOX is a 1985 Austin Metro, first registered on 11 November 1985.

Is C640 HOX safe to buy?

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