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PMD 908X

1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

46,398 mi
Last recorded46,398 miles
Recorded on3 May 2008
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto65,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMD 908X
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2008 46,398 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 46,398 miles

Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 44,208 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 44,208 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 41,192 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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PMD 908X is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 65,806 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 V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMD 908X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PMD 908X registered?

PMD 908X is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 15 June 1982.

Is PMD 908X safe to buy?

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