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HAR 487L

1972 Austin Mini

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,343 mi
Last recorded46,343 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAR 487L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 46,343 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 46,322 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 46,265 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 46,084 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 46,077 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight roughness n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 23 Mar 2013 45,700 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 45,449 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 43,646 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 41,629 miles

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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HAR 487L is a 1972 Austin Mini in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HAR 487L, 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

How do I check the history of HAR 487L?

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What year was HAR 487L registered?

HAR 487L is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is HAR 487L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAR 487L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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