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CLW 382Y

1983 Austin Metro Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,646 mi
Last recorded30,646 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2006
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro Auto45,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLW 382Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2006 30,646 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 30,646 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Auto?

Based on 1,786 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 80
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 69
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CLW 382Y is a 1983 Austin Metro Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 45,449 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 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CLW 382Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CLW 382Y registered?

CLW 382Y is a 1983 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is CLW 382Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLW 382Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLW 382Y have outstanding finance?

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