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A718 BDP

1984 Austin Metro Hle

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,372 mi
Last recorded36,372 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2006
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro Hle33,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA718 BDP
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2006 36,372 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 32,146 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 32,146 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Hle?

Based on 1,061 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
704
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Steering rack gaiter split 47
brake recording little or no effort 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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A718 BDP is a 1984 Austin Metro Hle in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 33,764 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 Hle fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A718 BDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Hle typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A718 BDP registered?

A718 BDP is a 1984 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 1 July 1984.

Is A718 BDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A718 BDP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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