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B190 JUF

1984 Austin Metro L

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

37,236 mi
Last recorded37,236 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB190 JUF
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2005 37,236 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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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B190 JUF is a 1984 Austin Metro L in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 B190 JUF, 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 42 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B190 JUF registered?

B190 JUF is a 1984 Austin Metro L, first registered on 29 November 1984.

Is B190 JUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B190 JUF shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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