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EOL 893L

1972 Austin 1300

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,950 mi
Last recorded4,950 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Austin 130050,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOL 893L
MakeAustin
Model1300
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 May 2019 4,950 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 3,765 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 2,941 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 2,161 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 1,679 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 1,400 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 992 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 47 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1300?

Based on 2,322 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
372
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 150
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 111
brake recording little or no effort 101
brake binding 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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EOL 893L is a 1972 Austin 1300 in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Austin 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 50,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EOL 893L, 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 54 years old, this Austin 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EOL 893L?

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What year was EOL 893L registered?

EOL 893L is a 1972 Austin 1300, first registered on 21 August 1972.

Is EOL 893L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOL 893L 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.

Does EOL 893L have outstanding finance?

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