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VHA 936X

1981 Austin Mini Metro L

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,561 mi
Last recorded52,561 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2007
Typical for 1981 Austin Mini Metro L48,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHA 936X
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2007 52,561 miles

Offside and nearside sills and wheel arches have surface rust ,but are solid at present.

Fail 26 Sep 2007 52,561 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside and nearside sills and wheel arches have surface rust ,but are solid at present.

Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 52,503 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 52,365 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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VHA 936X is a 1981 Austin Mini Metro L in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 48,274 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 VHA 936X, 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 45 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 VHA 936X registered?

VHA 936X is a 1981 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 14 September 1981.

Is VHA 936X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHA 936X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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