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C682 VNX

1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,388 mi
Last recorded30,388 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2007
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto30,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC682 VNX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2007 30,388 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2006 30,362 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 30,362 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

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

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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C682 VNX is a 1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 30,114 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C682 VNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was C682 VNX registered?

C682 VNX is a 1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 27 August 1985.

Is C682 VNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C682 VNX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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