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LLJ 81W

1980 Austin Allegro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,056 mi
Last recorded71,056 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2006
Typical for 1980 Austin Allegro L48,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLJ 81W
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro L
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2006 71,056 miles

Slight play in NearSide of steering rack

Pass 20 Sep 2005 70,430 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 70,430 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LLJ 81W is a 1980 Austin Allegro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LLJ 81W, 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 LLJ 81W registered?

LLJ 81W is a 1980 Austin Allegro L, first registered on 16 September 1980.

Is LLJ 81W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLJ 81W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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