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A769 PFC

1984 Austin Metro Hle

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,693 mi
Last recorded55,693 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro Hle33,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA769 PFC
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 55,693 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 68,862 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 65,617 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 65,285 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 65,285 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 58,054 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 40,412 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 40,403 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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A769 PFC is a 1984 Austin Metro Hle in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1984 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 33,764 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 A769 PFC, 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 42 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 A769 PFC registered?

A769 PFC is a 1984 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 9 April 1984.

Is A769 PFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A769 PFC 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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