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AFV 362Y

1983 Austin Metro City

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,949 mi
Last recorded96,949 miles
Recorded on12 May 2011
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro City42,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFV 362Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2011 96,949 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

non standard competition belts fitted to E standard Large skid plate at rear prevents full examination of underside

Fail 7 May 2011 96,949 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

non standard competition belts fitted to E standard Large skid plate at rear prevents full examination of underside

Pass 15 May 2010 86,707 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 96,521 miles

this vehicle is a rally car sump guards are fitted front and rear

Fail 16 Feb 2009 96,521 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 96,504 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 96,500 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 96,465 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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AFV 362Y is a 1983 Austin Metro City in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 42,071 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 City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFV 362Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was AFV 362Y registered?

AFV 362Y is a 1983 Austin Metro City, first registered on 5 January 1983.

Is AFV 362Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFV 362Y shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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