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FCV 885L

1972 Austin Maxi 1750

Purple Petrol 1748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,908 mi
Last recorded68,908 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2005
Typical for 1972 Austin Maxi 175037,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCV 885L
MakeAustin
ModelMaxi 1750
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,748cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2005 68,908 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maxi 1750?

Based on 793 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
639
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
brake binding 27
brake recording little or no effort 25
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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FCV 885L is a 1972 Austin Maxi 1750 in Purple with a 1,748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Austin Maxi 1750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 37,617 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maxi 1750 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FCV 885L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maxi 1750 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Austin Maxi 1750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FCV 885L registered?

FCV 885L is a 1972 Austin Maxi 1750, first registered on 5 October 1972.

Is FCV 885L safe to buy?

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