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DGC 963X

1981 Austin Metro Auto

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,647 mi
Last recorded4,647 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Austin Metro Auto25,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGC 963X
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 4,647 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 4,498 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 4,222 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 4,051 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 4,051 miles

All direction indicators not working stays on constant does not flash. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 4,039 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 3,908 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 3,497 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 3,367 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 3,044 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 2,972 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 2,966 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 2,897 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 2,690 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 2,445 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 2,445 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Auto?

Based on 1,786 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 80
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 69
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DGC 963X is a 1981 Austin Metro Auto in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 25,518 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGC 963X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DGC 963X registered?

DGC 963X is a 1981 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 23 November 1981.

Is DGC 963X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGC 963X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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