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CCL 948Y

1982 Austin Metro

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,993 mi
Last recorded31,993 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro34,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCL 948Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 31,993 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 29,554 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 26,582 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 26,371 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 26,347 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 26,347 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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CCL 948Y is a 1982 Austin Metro in Gold 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 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 34,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CCL 948Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CCL 948Y?

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What year was CCL 948Y registered?

CCL 948Y is a 1982 Austin Metro, first registered on 26 August 1982.

Is CCL 948Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCL 948Y 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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