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GUM 568K

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,162 mi
Last recorded72,162 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUM 568K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 72,162 miles

Front drive shaft inner rubber boots perished.

Pass 16 Sep 2016 72,069 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 71,606 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 71,301 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 70,752 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 70,049 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 70,041 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 69,685 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 69,622 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 69,463 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 69,125 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 68,798 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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GUM 568K is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GUM 568K, 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

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What year was GUM 568K registered?

GUM 568K is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is GUM 568K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUM 568K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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