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C932 WHO

1986 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,947 mi
Last recorded67,947 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro L40,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC932 WHO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 23 Jan 2017 67,947 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside front mounting area (2.4.A.3)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside front mounting area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion in vehicle generally

Pass 23 Sep 2015 67,447 miles

corrosion to outer door sills,jacking points and floor pan.

Pass 20 Dec 2013 67,433 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

corrosion to both front footwells

corrosion to seals

corrosion to wheel arches

Fail 17 Dec 2013 67,433 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

corrosion to both front footwells

corrosion to seals

corrosion to wheel arches

offside outer cv guater leaking but preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 15 Jan 2013 66,533 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

general underbody corrosion

rear seat belts not fitted

Fail 14 Jan 2013 66,533 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

general underbody corrosion

rear seat belts not fitted

Fail 18 Oct 2011 65,432 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 65,432 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 64,651 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2009 64,506 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 64,506 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2008 64,091 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 63,714 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 63,390 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn also split.

Fail 20 Oct 2006 63,390 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn also split.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 62,861 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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C932 WHO is a 1986 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C932 WHO, 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.

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What year was C932 WHO registered?

C932 WHO is a 1986 Austin Metro L, first registered on 18 March 1986.

Is C932 WHO safe to buy?

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