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PHS 660Y

1983 Austin Metro City

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,318 mi
Last recorded19,318 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro City42,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHS 660Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2023 19,318 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 19,154 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 19,007 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 18,797 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 18,665 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 18,392 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber mounting deteriorating

Pass 21 Sep 2017 18,177 miles

Front valance corroded

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 17,906 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 17,079 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 16,307 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 16,059 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 16,059 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 15,969 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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PHS 660Y is a 1983 Austin Metro City in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PHS 660Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PHS 660Y registered?

PHS 660Y is a 1983 Austin Metro City, first registered on 3 February 1983.

Is PHS 660Y safe to buy?

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