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PIL 3382

1989 Austin Metro L Auto

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

45,252 mi
Last recorded45,252 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2009
Typical for 1989 Austin Metro L Auto41,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIL 3382
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L Auto
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2009 45,252 miles

Both rear tyre sidewalls and tread very cracked and perishing but no cords showing

Near side rear wheel bearing is a little noisy

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

Fail 30 Jan 2009 45,235 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Both rear tyre sidewalls and tread very cracked and perishing but no cords showing

Near side rear wheel bearing is a little noisy

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 43,255 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 43,255 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 41,054 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 40,761 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 40,761 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L Auto?

Based on 823 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
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PIL 3382 is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Austin Metro L Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 41,354 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 L Auto fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PIL 3382, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Metro L Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PIL 3382 registered?

PIL 3382 is a 1989 Austin Metro L Auto, first registered on 24 February 1989.

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