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DMB 372K

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,072 mi
Last recorded34,072 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMB 372K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 May 2012 34,072 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 May 2011 33,950 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 33,614 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 33,310 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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DMB 372K is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 47,015 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DMB 372K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DMB 372K registered?

DMB 372K is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is DMB 372K safe to buy?

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