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YYD 676X

1981 Austin Mini Metro L

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,482 mi
Last recorded98,482 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2007
Typical for 1981 Austin Mini Metro L48,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYD 676X
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2007 98,482 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2007 98,482 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2006 97,138 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 22 May 2006 97,130 miles

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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YYD 676X is a 1981 Austin Mini Metro L in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YYD 676X, 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 YYD 676X registered?

YYD 676X is a 1981 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 13 October 1981.

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