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B118 HNU

1984 Austin Mini Metro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

142,433 mi
Last recorded142,433 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2007
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Metro L55,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB118 HNU
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2007 142,433 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 142,423 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 142,422 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 21 Feb 2006 142,422 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Metro L?

Based on 634 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
863
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Steering rack gaiter split 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
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B118 HNU is a 1984 Austin Mini Metro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 55,175 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 Mini Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B118 HNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was B118 HNU registered?

B118 HNU is a 1984 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 22 October 1984.

Is B118 HNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B118 HNU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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