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WKL 16X

1982 Austin Metro Auto

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,769 mi
Last recorded33,769 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2009
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro Auto41,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKL 16X
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Auto
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2009 33,769 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 May 2008 33,696 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 33,525 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

fuel cap seal perished but still seals

lower front panel corroded niot excessive at time of test

main beam warning lamp not working

offside front and rear suspension dropped

offside front wing corroded not within perscribed area

Pass 14 Jun 2006 33,232 miles

slight play detected in nearside of steering rack

vehicle sitting low on the offside

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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WKL 16X is a 1982 Austin Metro Auto in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests 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 WKL 16X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WKL 16X?

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What year was WKL 16X registered?

WKL 16X is a 1982 Austin Metro Auto, first registered on 26 March 1982.

Is WKL 16X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKL 16X shows 4 tests 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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