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Q358JTT

1985 Austin Metro Auto

Maroon Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,036 mi
Last recorded2,036 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro Auto19,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ358JTT
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 2,036 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 71,627 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component damaged and seriously weakened drive shaft outer gaiter split (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 71,627 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 716,427 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 71,627 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 71,627 miles

n/s rear wheel is stiff when rotated by hand

slight play in both sides rear suspension arm outer joints

Pass 25 May 2007 9,452 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 9,452 miles

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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Q358JTT is a 1985 Austin Metro Auto in Maroon with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 19,394 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 Q358JTT, 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 41 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q358JTT registered?

Q358JTT is a 1985 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 16 May 1985.

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