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RML 206Y

1982 Austin Metro Auto

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,587 mi
Last recorded34,587 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2006
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro Auto41,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRML 206Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2006 34,587 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Auto?

Based on 1,786 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 80
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 69
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RML 206Y is a 1982 Austin Metro Auto in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Austin Metro Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 41,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Metro Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RML 206Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Metro Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RML 206Y registered?

RML 206Y is a 1982 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 23 August 1982.

Is RML 206Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RML 206Y 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.

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