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C781 BFB

1985 Austin Metro Hle

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,292 mi
Last recorded87,292 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2006
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro Hle46,688 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC781 BFB
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Oct 2006 87,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion fuel filler neck

front no. plate security

metal brake pipes corroding

offside wing mirror security

Pass 4 Oct 2005 86,277 miles

engine oil leak, source not identified

metal brake pipes corroding

surface corrosion apparent general underside of vehicle

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Hle?

Based on 1,061 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
704
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Steering rack gaiter split 47
brake recording little or no effort 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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C781 BFB is a 1985 Austin Metro Hle in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 46,688 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 Hle fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C781 BFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Hle typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C781 BFB registered?

C781 BFB is a 1985 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 31 October 1985.

Is C781 BFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C781 BFB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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