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HYA 855

1938 Dutton Phaeton

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,860 mi
Last recorded1,860 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYA 855
MakeDutton
ModelPhaeton
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2009 1,860 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 1,624 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 888 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 99,536 miles

How Reliable is the Dutton Phaeton?

Based on 594 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
265
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
Stop lamp not working 18
brake binding 13
Headlamp not working on main beam 11
parking brake recording little or no effort 9
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HYA 855 is a 1938 Dutton Phaeton in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HYA 855, 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 88 years old, this Dutton Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of HYA 855?

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What year was HYA 855 registered?

HYA 855 is a 1938 Dutton Phaeton, first registered on 31 December 1938.

Is HYA 855 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYA 855 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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