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MMX 253P

1976 Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,456 mi
Last recorded38,456 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 1976 Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl39,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMX 253P
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro 1300 Sdl
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 38,456 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Suspension component ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 38,045 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 37,865 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 37,594 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 37,434 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 37,094 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 36,705 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 35,670 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 34,430 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 34,242 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 34,240 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 33,608 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 32,930 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 31,330 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 27,528 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 25,691 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 22,026 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 21,988 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

How Reliable is the Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
579
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 141
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
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MMX 253P is a 1976 Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1976 Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 39,734 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MMX 253P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 50 years old, this Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MMX 253P registered?

MMX 253P is a 1976 Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl, first registered on 24 March 1976.

Is MMX 253P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMX 253P shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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