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BLB 918Y

1982 Austin Allegro Hl

Turquoise Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,690 mi
Last recorded73,690 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 1982 Austin Allegro Hl53,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLB 918Y
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro Hl
Year1982
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 73,690 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 74,227 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 74,227 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 73,254 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 73,254 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2015 72,902 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 71,705 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014 71,680 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 70,237 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 68,539 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 66,889 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 64,862 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 62,096 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 62,089 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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BLB 918Y is a 1982 Austin Allegro Hl in Turquoise with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1982 Austin Allegro Hl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 53,393 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 BLB 918Y, 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 44 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 BLB 918Y registered?

BLB 918Y is a 1982 Austin Allegro Hl, first registered on 18 October 1982.

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