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VLH 390X

1981 Austin Metro Hle

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,252 mi
Last recorded45,252 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2008
Typical for 1981 Austin Metro Hle54,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLH 390X
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2008 45,252 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2006 42,633 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 42,633 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro Hle?

Based on 1,061 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
704
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Steering rack gaiter split 47
brake recording little or no effort 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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VLH 390X is a 1981 Austin Metro Hle in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 54,007 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 Hle fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLH 390X, 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 45 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VLH 390X?

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What year was VLH 390X registered?

VLH 390X is a 1981 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 25 September 1981.

Is VLH 390X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLH 390X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLH 390X have outstanding finance?

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