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A973 JFC

1983 Austin Metro Hle

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,982 mi
Last recorded28,982 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2007
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro Hle43,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA973 JFC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2007 28,982 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 28,539 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 28,539 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2005 27,730 miles

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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A973 JFC is a 1983 Austin Metro Hle in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 43,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A973 JFC, 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 43 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 A973 JFC registered?

A973 JFC is a 1983 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A973 JFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A973 JFC 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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