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EAE 867W

1980 Austin Mini Metro L

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,729 mi
Last recorded26,729 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAE 867W
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2005 26,729 miles
Fail 27 May 2005 26,729 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight play in steering rack

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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EAE 867W is a 1980 Austin Mini Metro L in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 EAE 867W, 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 46 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 EAE 867W registered?

EAE 867W is a 1980 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is EAE 867W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAE 867W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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