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B563 DOL

1985 Austin Metro L

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

49,660 mi
Last recorded49,660 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2008
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro L38,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB563 DOL
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1985
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2008 49,660 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight corrosion O/S sill top not within prescribed area

Pass 20 Apr 2007 49,653 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 49,653 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 49,648 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 49,648 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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B563 DOL is a 1985 Austin Metro L in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 B563 DOL, 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 B563 DOL registered?

B563 DOL is a 1985 Austin Metro L, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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