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Q193RSN

2001 Austin Metro

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,082 mi
Last recorded77,082 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ193RSN
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2014 77,082 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 76,335 miles

Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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Q193RSN is a 2001 Austin Metro in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q193RSN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 25 years old, this Austin Metro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q193RSN registered?

Q193RSN is a 2001 Austin Metro, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Q193RSN safe to buy?

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