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A645 XKY

1983 Austin Mini Metro L

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

29,190 mi
Last recorded29,190 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Metro L45,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA645 XKY
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Dec 2013 29,190 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 29,190 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 28,896 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 15 Dec 2011 28,556 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2011 28,556 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Dec 2010 28,265 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 28,265 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 28,052 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 28,052 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 27,672 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 27,672 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 27,363 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 27,191 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Metro L?

Based on 634 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
863
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Steering rack gaiter split 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
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A645 XKY is a 1983 Austin Mini Metro L in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 45,387 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A645 XKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was A645 XKY registered?

A645 XKY is a 1983 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 4 November 1983.

Is A645 XKY safe to buy?

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