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SEB 311S

1983 Austin Metro Auto

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,086 mi
Last recorded63,086 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro Auto45,449 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEB 311S
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 63,086 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 62,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 62,787 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 62,757 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 62,160 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 61,243 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 60,215 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 60,215 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 59,254 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 58,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 58,172 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 56,959 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 56,959 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 55,719 miles

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

Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 55,719 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 54,296 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 52,799 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 52,799 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 51,557 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 50,248 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 49,056 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 49,055 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 47,899 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 46,545 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Auto?

Based on 1,786 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 80
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 69
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SEB 311S is a 1983 Austin Metro Auto in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 45,449 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SEB 311S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SEB 311S registered?

SEB 311S is a 1983 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is SEB 311S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEB 311S shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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