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A644 MVX

1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,607 mi
Last recorded49,607 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto36,849 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA644 MVX
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 49,607 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 49,450 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 49,114 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 49,114 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 48,432 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to manifold (6.1.2 (a))

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

offside rear fluid suspension supply pipe corroded

Pass 3 May 2018 47,476 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint of manifold to front pipe (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 47,476 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint of manifold to front pipe (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 47,074 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint to manifold (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 47,074 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint to manifold (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 46,600 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint to manifold (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 10 Mar 2015 46,201 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Mar 2014 45,817 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 44,799 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 44,628 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 44,403 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 44,400 miles

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 44,118 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2010 44,118 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2009 43,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 43,834 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2006 43,231 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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A644 MVX is a 1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 36,849 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A644 MVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was A644 MVX registered?

A644 MVX is a 1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A644 MVX safe to buy?

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