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B851 NRF

1984 Austin Metro City

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,459 mi
Last recorded48,459 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro City34,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB851 NRF
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 48,459 miles

general corrosion

Pass 3 Jul 2012 47,397 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 46,578 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 41,810 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 35,990 miles

offside front lower wing corroding

offside rear wheelarch corroding

Fail 9 Jul 2009 35,985 miles

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

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

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

offside front lower wing corroding

offside rear wheelarch corroding

Pass 23 Oct 2008 33,736 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 33,534 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 33,141 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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B851 NRF is a 1984 Austin Metro City in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1984 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 34,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B851 NRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro City typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B851 NRF?

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What year was B851 NRF registered?

B851 NRF is a 1984 Austin Metro City, first registered on 12 September 1984.

Is B851 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B851 NRF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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