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A162 KOD

1983 Austin Metro Auto

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

15,028 mi
Last recorded15,028 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro Auto45,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA162 KOD
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 15,028 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 14,969 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 14,895 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 14,895 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 14,838 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 14,838 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 14,807 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 14,805 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2019 14,785 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 14,785 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 14,783 miles

Emissions not tested no idle (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2008 14,741 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 14,741 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 May 2007 14,609 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 14,589 miles

bottom steering coupling in poor condition

Fail 25 Apr 2006 14,589 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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A162 KOD is a 1983 Austin Metro Auto in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 45,449 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A162 KOD, 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 43 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 A162 KOD registered?

A162 KOD is a 1983 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 19 August 1983.

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