MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,974 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside rear tyre slightly perished
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak ()
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
Nearside rear tyre slightly perished
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak ()
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Oil leak ()
Rear both tyres perrished
oil leak
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
oil leak
slight exhaust blow
How Reliable is the Austin Mini Metro L?
Based on 634 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HCG 342W is a 1981 Austin Mini Metro L in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1981 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 48,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 HCG 342W, 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 45 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 HCG 342W registered?
HCG 342W is a 1981 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 11 June 1981.
Is HCG 342W safe to buy?
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