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B150 VVF

1985 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,637 mi
Last recorded20,637 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro L38,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB150 VVF
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 20,637 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 20,298 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 20,049 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 18,792 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 18,339 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 16,322 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 16,024 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 14,403 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 4,079 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 11,250 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 8,578 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 8,576 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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B150 VVF is a 1985 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 38,877 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B150 VVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B150 VVF registered?

B150 VVF is a 1985 Austin Metro L, first registered on 3 June 1985.

Is B150 VVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B150 VVF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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