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OJW 521X

1982 Austin Mini Metro L

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,604 mi
Last recorded9,604 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini Metro L37,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJW 521X
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2022 9,604 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 9,568 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 9,277 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 7,426 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 5,823 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 4,919 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 4,516 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 21 Mar 2014 3,644 miles

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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OJW 521X is a 1982 Austin Mini Metro L in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 37,263 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 OJW 521X, 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 44 years old, this Austin Mini Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OJW 521X registered?

OJW 521X is a 1982 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 14 April 1982.

Is OJW 521X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJW 521X shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OJW 521X have outstanding finance?

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