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FOB 823V

1980 Austin Allegro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,450 mi
Last recorded60,450 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2010
Typical for 1980 Austin Allegro L48,619 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOB 823V
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro L
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2010 60,450 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2005 60,285 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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FOB 823V is a 1980 Austin Allegro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FOB 823V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FOB 823V registered?

FOB 823V is a 1980 Austin Allegro L, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is FOB 823V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOB 823V 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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