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A234 EPE

1983 Austin Metro V/plas

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,139 mi
Last recorded41,139 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro V/plas39,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA234 EPE
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 41,139 miles

both front tyres worn low on edges

Fail 22 Sep 2011 41,128 miles

Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Rear Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 41,069 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front lower panel corroded and in poor condition

Front suspension low and has poor damping effect

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

Nearside front bumper end cap missing

Nearside front floor pan corroded and in poor condition

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 40,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside front bumper end cap missing

Nearside front floor pan in poor condition

Offside rear inner arch panel corroded

Pass 5 Oct 2006 39,398 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front bumper end cap missing

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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A234 EPE is a 1983 Austin Metro V/plas in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 39,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A234 EPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A234 EPE registered?

A234 EPE is a 1983 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 11 November 1983.

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