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MWP 8Y

1982 Austin Metro V/plas

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

12,589 mi
Last recorded12,589 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro V/plas34,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWP 8Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 12,589 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 12,559 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Jun 2019 12,385 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 12,332 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 12,318 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 12,318 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 12,272 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 12,159 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 11,764 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 11,553 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 11,232 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 10,987 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 10,456 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 10,029 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 9,507 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 9,166 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 8,276 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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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

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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.

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