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XVX 368X

1981 Austin Metro Hle

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,516 mi
Last recorded34,516 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2007
Typical for 1981 Austin Metro Hle54,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVX 368X
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2007 34,516 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 31,563 miles

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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XVX 368X is a 1981 Austin Metro Hle in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XVX 368X, 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.

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What year was XVX 368X registered?

XVX 368X is a 1981 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is XVX 368X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVX 368X shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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