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C893 SRB

1986 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,387 mi
Last recorded48,387 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2009
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro L40,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC893 SRB
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2009 48,387 miles

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 48,203 miles

inner sills rusting

rear suspension pipes rusting

Pass 19 Dec 2007 47,785 miles

under side rusting

Pass 16 Dec 2006 47,489 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2006 47,489 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 47,360 miles

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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C893 SRB is a 1986 Austin Metro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 40,518 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 C893 SRB, 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 40 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 C893 SRB registered?

C893 SRB is a 1986 Austin Metro L, first registered on 27 February 1986.

Is C893 SRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C893 SRB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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