MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
105,026 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)
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)
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
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)
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
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
How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?
Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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