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FPN 500L

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

105,026 mi
Last recorded105,026 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPN 500L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 105,026 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 99,802 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 96,545 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 93,926 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Jan 2015 93,923 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Jan 2015 93,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2013 92,276 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 92,276 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 90,748 miles

3/horn poor

4/alternator belt slack/cracking

5/slight engine oil leaks

6/both front bump stops poor condition

7/all wheel centre caps missing

8/front sub frame rear facing rubber mounts not fitted

Fail 15 Jan 2013 90,748 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

1/clutch pedal rubber missing

2/n/s washer poor

3/horn poor

4/alternator belt slack/cracking

5/slight engine oil leaks

6/both front bump stops poor condition

7/all wheel centre caps missing

8/front sub frame rear facing rubber mounts not fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2012 89,484 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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FPN 500L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 47,015 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 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPN 500L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FPN 500L?

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What year was FPN 500L registered?

FPN 500L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 2 October 1972.

Is FPN 500L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPN 500L shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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