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HWX 389Y

1983 Dutton Phaeton

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,705 mi
Last recorded25,705 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWX 389Y
MakeDutton
ModelPhaeton
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2012 25,705 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 25,705 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Dutton Phaeton?

Based on 594 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
265
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
Stop lamp not working 18
brake binding 13
Headlamp not working on main beam 11
parking brake recording little or no effort 9
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HWX 389Y is a 1983 Dutton Phaeton in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Dutton Phaeton fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HWX 389Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dutton Phaeton typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Dutton Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of HWX 389Y?

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What year was HWX 389Y registered?

HWX 389Y is a 1983 Dutton Phaeton, first registered on 1 June 1983.

Is HWX 389Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWX 389Y 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 HWX 389Y have outstanding finance?

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