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B240 KGY

1984 Austin Metro Hle

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

54,163 mi
Last recorded54,163 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1984 Austin Metro Hle33,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB240 KGY
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 54,163 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 53,205 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 51,974 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 50,718 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 48,101 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 47,527 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 47,225 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 44,123 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 44,118 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 40,277 miles

oil leaks

Pass 14 Aug 2008 40,263 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear brakes slight uneven

Pass 17 Aug 2007 40,189 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 39,998 miles

advise small hole in rear box /pin hole/

advise tax disc retainer encroching on swept area

Pass 25 Aug 2005 39,808 miles

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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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B240 KGY is a 1984 Austin Metro Hle in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 B240 KGY, 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 B240 KGY registered?

B240 KGY is a 1984 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 19 September 1984.

Is B240 KGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B240 KGY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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