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A141 JLD

1984 Austin Mini Metro L

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

99,675 mi
Last recorded99,675 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Metro L55,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA141 JLD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 99,675 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Tank filler neck ()

Minor chips in swept area of windscreen

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 99,675 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Tank filler neck ()

Minor chips in swept area of windscreen

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 97,951 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Corrosion on fuel filler neck

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Minor chips in swept area of windscreen

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 97,369 miles

Corrosion on fuel filler neck

Minor chips on windscreen in swept area.

Minor exhaust blow on exhaust manifold joint?

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Slight bind on o/s rear brake felt by hand

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 96,771 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 96,766 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 96,004 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 94,584 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 91,890 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 90,147 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 89,048 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 87,262 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 85,254 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 82,765 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 80,540 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 78,355 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 76,429 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 74,473 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 72,375 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Metro L?

Based on 634 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
863
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Steering rack gaiter split 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
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A141 JLD is a 1984 Austin Mini Metro L in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 55,175 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A141 JLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Mini Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A141 JLD is a 1984 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 28 January 1984.

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