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XBM 236X

1981 Austin Mini Metro L

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,904 mi
Last recorded29,904 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2007
Typical for 1981 Austin Mini Metro L48,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBM 236X
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2007 29,904 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 28,373 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 28,253 miles

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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XBM 236X is a 1981 Austin Mini Metro L in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XBM 236X, 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.

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What year was XBM 236X registered?

XBM 236X is a 1981 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 26 August 1981.

Is XBM 236X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBM 236X shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBM 236X have outstanding finance?

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