MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,547 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Fluid suspension unit displaced (2.4.D.1a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?
Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HYA 823Y is a 1983 Austin Metro City in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1983 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 42,071 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 City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HYA 823Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Metro City typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of HYA 823Y?
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What year was HYA 823Y registered?
HYA 823Y is a 1983 Austin Metro City, first registered on 18 January 1983.
Is HYA 823Y safe to buy?
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