MOT Status
Mileage
84,043 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Austin Metro?
Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C852 LOE is a 1986 Austin Metro in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
Across all 1986 Austin Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 31,508 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 C852 LOE, 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 40 years old, this Austin Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of C852 LOE?
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What year was C852 LOE registered?
C852 LOE is a 1986 Austin Metro, first registered on 20 November 1986.
Is C852 LOE safe to buy?
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