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TLN 148W

1981 Austin Allegro Hl

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2013
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,692 mi
Last recorded73,692 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2012
Typical for 1981 Austin Allegro Hl59,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLN 148W
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro Hl
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2012 73,692 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 73,691 miles

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

Front Gas suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Gas suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 73,634 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 72,825 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 72,755 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 72,751 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 72,751 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 72,751 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 72,665 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 72,665 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 72,665 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Allegro Hl?

Based on 857 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
637
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 98
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 40
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 38
fog lamp not working 33
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TLN 148W is a 1981 Austin Allegro Hl in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Austin Allegro Hl models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 59,757 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Allegro Hl fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TLN 148W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Allegro Hl typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Allegro Hl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TLN 148W registered?

TLN 148W is a 1981 Austin Allegro Hl, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is TLN 148W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLN 148W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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