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Q480XUX

1985 Dutton Phaeton

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,271 mi
Last recorded50,271 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ480XUX
MakeDutton
ModelPhaeton
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2014 50,271 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 50,238 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 50,132 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 49,890 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 21 May 2011 49,890 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 May 2010 49,800 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 49,081 miles

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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Q480XUX is a 1985 Dutton Phaeton in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Q480XUX, 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 41 years old, this Dutton Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q480XUX registered?

Q480XUX is a 1985 Dutton Phaeton, first registered on 5 March 1985.

Is Q480XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q480XUX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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