MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
71,490 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front tyres worn below legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
suspension on front low
How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas?
Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JGH 817Y is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.
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 JGH 817Y, 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
How do I check the history of JGH 817Y?
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What year was JGH 817Y registered?
JGH 817Y is a 1982 Austin Metro V/plas, first registered on 1 August 1982.
Is JGH 817Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for JGH 817Y shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does JGH 817Y have outstanding finance?
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