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XPC 363Y

1982 Austin Metro Hle

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,676 mi
Last recorded55,676 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2008
Typical for 1982 Austin Metro Hle39,057 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPC 363Y
MakeAustin
ModelMetro Hle
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2008 55,676 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front jacking points corroding.

Surface corrosion on ns&os sill , floor ,and front panel. Front os wing corroded.

Pass 1 Dec 2006 55,072 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 53,688 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 53,652 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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XPC 363Y is a 1982 Austin Metro Hle in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Austin Metro Hle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 39,057 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 XPC 363Y, 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 44 years old, this Austin Metro Hle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XPC 363Y registered?

XPC 363Y is a 1982 Austin Metro Hle, first registered on 28 September 1982.

Is XPC 363Y safe to buy?

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