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RSF 1V

1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,039 mi
Last recorded58,039 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2008
Typical for 1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto36,849 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSF 1V
MakeAustin
ModelMetro V/plas Auto
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2008 58,039 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Under side corroded

Various brake pipes corroded

Various suspension pipes corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2008 58,039 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Under side corroded

Various brake pipes corroded

Various suspension pipes corroded

How Reliable is the Austin Metro V/plas Auto?

Based on 876 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
576
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
brake recording little or no effort 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 28
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RSF 1V is a 1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 36,849 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Metro V/plas Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RSF 1V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro V/plas Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Metro V/plas Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RSF 1V registered?

RSF 1V is a 1983 Austin Metro V/plas Auto, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is RSF 1V safe to buy?

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