MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,589 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Coolant hoses perished/splitting
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Water pump is leaking
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?
Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MWP 8Y is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.
Across all 1982 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 34,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MWP 8Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Metro V/plas typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of MWP 8Y?
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What year was MWP 8Y registered?
MWP 8Y is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 1 August 1982.
Is MWP 8Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for MWP 8Y shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MWP 8Y have outstanding finance?
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