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VLC 253M

1971 Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,388 mi
Last recorded1,388 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLC 253M
MakeAustin
ModelAllegro 1300 Sdl
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2015 1,388 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2012 1,324 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 1,182 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 974 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 6,729 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 2,670 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 99,877 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 99,384 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
579
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 141
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 54
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
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VLC 253M is a 1971 Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLC 253M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VLC 253M registered?

VLC 253M is a 1971 Austin Allegro 1300 Sdl, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is VLC 253M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLC 253M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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