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B288 HBL

1985 Austin Metro L

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,646 mi
Last recorded34,646 miles
Recorded on10 May 2007
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro L38,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB288 HBL
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 May 2007 34,646 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 34,273 miles

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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B288 HBL is a 1985 Austin Metro L in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B288 HBL, 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.

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What year was B288 HBL registered?

B288 HBL is a 1985 Austin Metro L, first registered on 21 February 1985.

Is B288 HBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B288 HBL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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