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A281 MJT

1984 Austin Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,376 mi
Last recorded53,376 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA281 MJT
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2007 53,376 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front suspension slightly low

Steering rack has slight roughness from lock to lock

Pass 18 Apr 2006 51,520 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front suspension set slightly low,possible inner ball and socket worn.

Pass 30 Apr 2005 49,301 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2005 49,301 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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A281 MJT is a 1984 Austin Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Austin Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A281 MJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A281 MJT registered?

A281 MJT is a 1984 Austin Metro, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is A281 MJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A281 MJT 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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