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PFG 171X

1981 Austin Allegro L

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,352 mi
Last recorded19,352 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 1981 Austin Allegro L66,275 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFG 171X
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro L
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 19,352 miles

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

hazzard lamps fast

Fail 3 Jan 2017 19,352 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

hazzard lamps fast

Pass 18 Apr 2015 18,504 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 18,503 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 15,692 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 15,684 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 15,676 miles

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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PFG 171X is a 1981 Austin Allegro L in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PFG 171X, 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 PFG 171X registered?

PFG 171X is a 1981 Austin Allegro L, first registered on 21 August 1981.

Is PFG 171X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFG 171X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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