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GWL 113Y

1983 Austin Metro Auto

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2011
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

31,259 mi
Last recorded31,259 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2010
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro Auto45,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWL 113Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2010 31,259 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 31,259 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 27,127 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 27,127 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fail 13 Jan 2006 27,120 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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GWL 113Y is a 1983 Austin Metro Auto in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 GWL 113Y, 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.

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What year was GWL 113Y registered?

GWL 113Y is a 1983 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 2 June 1983.

Is GWL 113Y safe to buy?

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