MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,929 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
How Reliable is the Austin 1300?
Based on 2,322 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PDO 228M is a 1971 Austin 1300 in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1971 Austin 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 41,667 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 1300 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PDO 228M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of PDO 228M?
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What year was PDO 228M registered?
PDO 228M is a 1971 Austin 1300, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is PDO 228M safe to buy?
The MOT history for PDO 228M 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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