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C970 GGK

1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,860 mi
Last recorded43,860 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2014
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto30,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC970 GGK
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2014 43,860 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 41,589 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 39,316 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 37,066 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 34,256 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 30,960 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 27,347 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 23,150 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 19,020 miles

surface corrosion both front wings and off side rear boot floor area

Fail 26 Jun 2006 19,020 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

surface corrosion both front wings and off side rear boot floor area

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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C970 GGK is a 1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 30,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C970 GGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C970 GGK registered?

C970 GGK is a 1985 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C970 GGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C970 GGK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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