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HVV 128Y

1982 Austin Metro V/plas

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,781 mi
Last recorded24,781 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2013
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro V/plas34,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVV 128Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2013 24,781 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 24,193 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 24,042 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 23,877 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 23,729 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 23,720 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 23,512 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 23,256 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 22,670 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 22,630 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 22,173 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 22,112 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 133
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
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HVV 128Y is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Austin Metro V/plas models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 34,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVV 128Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVV 128Y registered?

HVV 128Y is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is HVV 128Y safe to buy?

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