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C724 OAP

1985 Austin Metro L

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,398 mi
Last recorded56,398 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2006
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro L38,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC724 OAP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2006 56,398 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 53,310 miles

front number plate starting to de-laminate

Fail 20 Dec 2005 53,310 miles

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

front number plate starting to de-laminate

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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C724 OAP is a 1985 Austin Metro L in Beige 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 L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 38,877 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 C724 OAP, 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 41 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 C724 OAP registered?

C724 OAP is a 1985 Austin Metro L, first registered on 30 August 1985.

Is C724 OAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C724 OAP 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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