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BVF 29Y

1982 Austin Mini Metro L

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,350 mi
Last recorded18,350 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini Metro L37,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVF 29Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 18,350 miles

Nearside Front tie rod slight play advice to change

Pass 15 Sep 2023 17,057 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 10,562 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 10,529 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 10,475 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 10,390 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 10,307 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 9,946 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 9,946 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour reverse lamps staying on, showing white light to rear of vehicle (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 9,724 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 9,545 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 9,303 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 9,094 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Metro L?

Based on 634 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
863
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Steering rack gaiter split 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
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BVF 29Y is a 1982 Austin Mini Metro L in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 37,263 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BVF 29Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Mini Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BVF 29Y registered?

BVF 29Y is a 1982 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is BVF 29Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVF 29Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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