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C562 RMX

1985 Austin Metro L

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,366 mi
Last recorded62,366 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2008
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro L38,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC562 RMX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2008 62,366 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 58,747 miles

no rear seat belts

rear exhaust rebound rubber broken

Pass 7 Jun 2006 55,726 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 55,425 miles

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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C562 RMX is a 1985 Austin Metro L in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 38,877 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C562 RMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C562 RMX?

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What year was C562 RMX registered?

C562 RMX is a 1985 Austin Metro L, first registered on 29 October 1985.

Is C562 RMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C562 RMX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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