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C275 XPW

1985 Austin Metro Hle

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,049 mi
Last recorded57,049 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2007
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro Hle46,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC275 XPW
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2007 57,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Hle?

Based on 1,061 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
704
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Steering rack gaiter split 47
brake recording little or no effort 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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C275 XPW is a 1985 Austin Metro Hle in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 46,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Hle fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C275 XPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Hle typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C275 XPW registered?

C275 XPW is a 1985 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 12 September 1985.

Is C275 XPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C275 XPW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C275 XPW have outstanding finance?

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