MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
83,587 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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How Reliable is the Austin Metro Hle?
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RCA 257Y is a 1982 Austin Metro Hle in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1982 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 39,057 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Austin Metro Hle fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCA 257Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Metro Hle typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of RCA 257Y?
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What year was RCA 257Y registered?
RCA 257Y is a 1982 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 1 December 1982.
Is RCA 257Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for RCA 257Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RCA 257Y have outstanding finance?
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