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RDX 685W

1981 Austin Allegro L

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,264 mi
Last recorded29,264 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2009
Typical for 1981 Austin Allegro L66,275 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDX 685W
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro L
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,264 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 29,264 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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RDX 685W is a 1981 Austin Allegro L in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RDX 685W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RDX 685W?

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What year was RDX 685W registered?

RDX 685W is a 1981 Austin Allegro L, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is RDX 685W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDX 685W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RDX 685W have outstanding finance?

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