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FJU 612L

1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,544 mi
Last recorded9,544 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT56,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJU 612L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 9,544 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 9,355 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 9,274 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 9,266 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 9,237 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 9,221 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 9,069 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1275 GT?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51
brake recording little or no effort 31
Headlamp aim too low 25
parking brake recording little or no effort 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
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FJU 612L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 56,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1275 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJU 612L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1275 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Austin Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJU 612L registered?

FJU 612L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 8 September 1972.

Is FJU 612L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJU 612L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJU 612L have outstanding finance?

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