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AGV 44Y

1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,024 mi
Last recorded133,024 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2010
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto65,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGV 44Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2010 133,024 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 133,024 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 132,556 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 132,065 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 131,755 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 131,170 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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AGV 44Y is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 65,806 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AGV 44Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AGV 44Y registered?

AGV 44Y is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 4 November 1982.

Is AGV 44Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGV 44Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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