CarVerify

Free Car Check

RRH 910W

1980 Austin Metro

White Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,324 mi
Last recorded51,324 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
4 checks still locked for this Austin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRH 910W
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
View full Austin Metro reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 51,324 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 51,112 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 50,797 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 50,560 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 50,554 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 50,553 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2005 50,553 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2005 50,553 miles

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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
Full Austin Metro reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RRH 910W is a 1980 Austin Metro in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RRH 910W, 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 46 years old, this Austin Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RRH 910W?

You can check the full history of RRH 910W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RRH 910W registered?

RRH 910W is a 1980 Austin Metro, first registered on 19 November 1980.

Is RRH 910W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRH 910W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRH 910W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RRH 910W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.