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C919 TMV

1986 Austin Metro

White Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Austin Metro31,508 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC919 TMV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2026
Fail 28 Apr 2026

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel foot brake (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024
Pass 25 Apr 2022
Pass 10 Dec 2020
Fail 3 Dec 2020

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front LOCK NUT NOT STAKED DRIVESHAFT

Pass 12 Sep 2010 71,419 miles

play in both rear raduis arms

windscreen damaged

Fail 12 Sep 2010 71,419 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

play in both rear raduis arms

windscreen damaged

Pass 12 Sep 2009 71,370 miles

car body modified

rear seats and seat belts not fitted when tested

Fail 6 Sep 2009 71,370 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

car body modified

rear seats and seat belts not fitted when tested

Pass 7 Sep 2008 71,358 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 71,358 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 71,235 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 71,235 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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C919 TMV is a 1986 Austin Metro in White with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C919 TMV, 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

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What year was C919 TMV registered?

C919 TMV is a 1986 Austin Metro, first registered on 26 February 1986.

Is C919 TMV safe to buy?

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