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PMO 513X

1982 Austin Metro City

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

71,284 mi
Last recorded71,284 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2007
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro City43,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMO 513X
MakeAustin
ModelMetro City
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Feb 2007 71,284 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Lower arm bushes perishing

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

Rear mounting perishiong,slight leak from centre joint

Pass 10 Feb 2006 69,861 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 69,861 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Corrosion Right rear inner wing

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre sidewalls perishing

boot struts defective

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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PMO 513X is a 1982 Austin Metro City in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1982 Austin Metro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 43,187 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 City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMO 513X, 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 44 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 PMO 513X registered?

PMO 513X is a 1982 Austin Metro City, first registered on 16 June 1982.

Is PMO 513X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMO 513X shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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