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B11 PMP

1984 Austin Mini Metro L

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,719 mi
Last recorded92,719 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Metro L55,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 PMP
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 92,719 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 92,229 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 91,721 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 91,087 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 90,714 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 90,436 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 89,030 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 84,897 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 84,897 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 79,013 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 70,473 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 66,663 miles

front number plate slightly deteriorated

rear wiper blade split

signs of corrosion underside of vehicle

Fail 2 Nov 2010 66,617 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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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B11 PMP is a 1984 Austin Mini Metro L in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B11 PMP, 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 B11 PMP registered?

B11 PMP is a 1984 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 30 December 1984.

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