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B127 VBK

1985 Austin Metro Hle

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,689 mi
Last recorded37,689 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2008
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro Hle46,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB127 VBK
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2008 37,689 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 37,689 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 37,492 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 31,813 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 31,052 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s wiper blade condition

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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B127 VBK is a 1985 Austin Metro Hle in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 46,688 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 B127 VBK, 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 41 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 B127 VBK registered?

B127 VBK is a 1985 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 3 January 1985.

Is B127 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B127 VBK shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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