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FAF 756L

1972 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,791 mi
Last recorded80,791 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2005
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAF 756L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2005 80,791 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 80,788 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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FAF 756L is a 1972 Austin Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 FAF 756L, 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

How do I check the history of FAF 756L?

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What year was FAF 756L registered?

FAF 756L is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 17 August 1972.

Is FAF 756L safe to buy?

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