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A256 UON

1983 Austin Mini Metro L

Gold Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

54,965 mi
Last recorded54,965 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2008
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Metro L45,387 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA256 UON
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2008 54,965 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

bulkhead corroded

front panel corroded

nearside and offsaide front floors corroded

nearside and offside front metal brake pipes corroded

nearside and offside under and outer sills corroded

offside door step corroded

rear panel corroded

rear suspension low

Pass 10 Apr 2007 53,725 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 53,699 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 52,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 16 Mar 2006 52,565 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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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A256 UON is a 1983 Austin Mini Metro L in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 45,387 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 Mini Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A256 UON, 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 43 years old, this Austin Mini Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A256 UON registered?

A256 UON is a 1983 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A256 UON safe to buy?

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