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RLJ 167X

1981 Austin Metro Hle

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,789 mi
Last recorded59,789 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2013
Typical for 1981 Austin Metro Hle54,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLJ 167X
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2013 59,789 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 59,575 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 59,301 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 59,023 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 58,705 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 58,102 miles

General surface corrosion.

Pass 20 Aug 2005 57,890 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2005 57,890 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Hle?

Based on 1,061 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
704
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Steering rack gaiter split 47
brake recording little or no effort 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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RLJ 167X is a 1981 Austin Metro Hle in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 54,007 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Hle fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RLJ 167X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Hle typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RLJ 167X registered?

RLJ 167X is a 1981 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is RLJ 167X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLJ 167X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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