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JGY 961V

1980 Austin Allegro L

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,660 mi
Last recorded41,660 miles
Recorded on2 May 2006
Typical for 1980 Austin Allegro L48,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGY 961V
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro L
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2006 41,660 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 41,660 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 41,660 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

numerous welded patches on underside

offside rear tyre close to limit

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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JGY 961V is a 1980 Austin Allegro L in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Austin Allegro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 48,619 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 JGY 961V, 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 46 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 JGY 961V?

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What year was JGY 961V registered?

JGY 961V is a 1980 Austin Allegro L, first registered on 14 June 1980.

Is JGY 961V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGY 961V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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