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DFN 462W

1980 Austin Allegro L

Brown Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

63,230 mi
Last recorded63,230 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 Austin Allegro L48,619 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFN 462W
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro L
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2019 63,230 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced footwell / inner arch join (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced footwell / inner arch join (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear and nearside rear valance corroded

Offside Rear service brake weak

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 59,488 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 57,399 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Jul 2016 57,022 miles

Covers fitted to both outer sills

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Jul 2016 57,011 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Covers fitted to both outer sills

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jul 2015 55,584 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 55,584 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 54,264 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 54,264 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 47,846 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 47,846 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Allegro L?

Based on 861 MOT tests across 145 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
145
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 83
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 38
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 35
fog lamp not working 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
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DFN 462W is a 1980 Austin Allegro L in Brown with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1980 Austin Allegro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 48,619 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 Allegro L fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFN 462W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Allegro L typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Allegro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DFN 462W registered?

DFN 462W is a 1980 Austin Allegro L, first registered on 13 October 1980.

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The MOT history for DFN 462W shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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