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ATV 462K

1972 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,260 mi
Last recorded86,260 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATV 462K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 86,260 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded on subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened handbrake (3.5.1b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

rear tyre treads getting low

Fail 31 Jan 2018 86,260 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded on subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on both not working (8.2.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded on subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened handbrake (3.5.1b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

rear tyre treads getting low

Pass 8 Feb 2014 70,605 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Feb 2014 70,605 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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ATV 462K is a 1972 Austin Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,943 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 Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ATV 462K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 54 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ATV 462K registered?

ATV 462K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 18 January 1972.

Is ATV 462K safe to buy?

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