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KCK 403W

1981 Austin Allegro L

Turquoise Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

150,899 mi
Last recorded150,899 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 1981 Austin Allegro L66,275 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCK 403W
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro L
Year1981
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 May 2012 150,899 miles

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 106,915 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 106,913 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 106,321 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 105,749 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 105,177 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 104,512 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 104,470 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 103,812 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 103,812 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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KCK 403W is a 1981 Austin Allegro L in Turquoise with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Austin Allegro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 66,275 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 KCK 403W, 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 45 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 KCK 403W registered?

KCK 403W is a 1981 Austin Allegro L, first registered on 15 May 1981.

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