MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,230 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
How Reliable is the Dutton Phaeton?
Based on 594 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A142 EDL is a 1984 Dutton Phaeton in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1984 Dutton Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 8,705 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 Dutton Phaeton fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A142 EDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Dutton Phaeton typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Dutton Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was A142 EDL registered?
A142 EDL is a 1984 Dutton Phaeton, first registered on 1 January 1984.
Is A142 EDL safe to buy?
The MOT history for A142 EDL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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