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B446 YFV

1985 Austin Metro L

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

22,422 mi
Last recorded22,422 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2006
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro L38,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB446 YFV
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Feb 2006 22,422 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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B446 YFV is a 1985 Austin Metro L in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B446 YFV, 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 B446 YFV registered?

B446 YFV is a 1985 Austin Metro L, first registered on 14 March 1985.

Is B446 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B446 YFV 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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