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FMO 478K

1972 Austin Mini

Purple Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,995 mi
Last recorded74,995 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMO 478K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 74,995 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 74,958 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 74,958 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FMO 478K is a 1972 Austin Mini in Purple with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FMO 478K, 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

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What year was FMO 478K registered?

FMO 478K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 10 January 1972.

Is FMO 478K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMO 478K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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