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C943 WHO

1986 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

61,760 mi
Last recorded61,760 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2010
Typical for 1986 Austin Metro L40,518 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC943 WHO
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2010 61,760 miles

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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)

both sides of rear valence rusted through on inside

front suspension ride height low

underbody very rusty

Pass 27 Jun 2009 61,305 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 60,388 miles

slight corrosion in offside rear brake pipe

slight corrosion in rear inner sills and crossmember

Pass 6 Jul 2007 60,311 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Jul 2007 60,306 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 60,266 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 60,254 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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C943 WHO is a 1986 Austin Metro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C943 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 C943 WHO registered?

C943 WHO is a 1986 Austin Metro L, first registered on 26 March 1986.

Is C943 WHO safe to buy?

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