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LGC 400Y

1982 Austin Metro City

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,061 mi
Last recorded57,061 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2014
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro City43,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGC 400Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2014 57,061 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 54,590 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 54,402 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 54,120 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 53,748 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 53,194 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 52,826 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 51,765 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 49,072 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro City?

Based on 6,476 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 640
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 458
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 398
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 367
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 318
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LGC 400Y is a 1982 Austin Metro City in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 43,187 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LGC 400Y, 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 44 years old, this Austin Metro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LGC 400Y?

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What year was LGC 400Y registered?

LGC 400Y is a 1982 Austin Metro City, first registered on 8 October 1982.

Is LGC 400Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGC 400Y shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LGC 400Y have outstanding finance?

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