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LML 543K

1972 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,936 mi
Last recorded75,936 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLML 543K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 75,936 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear marked (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 75,920 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 75,902 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 75,799 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 2 Apr 2019 75,799 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2017 75,696 miles

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 75,478 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Oct 2015 75,247 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 73,121 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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LML 543K is a 1972 Austin Mini in Green 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 LML 543K, 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 LML 543K registered?

LML 543K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 9 May 1972.

Is LML 543K safe to buy?

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