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LMP 235K

1972 Austin 1300

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,744 mi
Last recorded47,744 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 Austin 130050,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMP 235K
MakeAustin
Model1300
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 47,744 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 44,156 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 43,779 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 43,429 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 43,004 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 42,625 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 41,305 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 40,745 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 40,056 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 39,530 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 38,850 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 37,566 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 37,555 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Fail 13 Apr 2007 37,529 miles

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

O/s/r tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 12 Apr 2006 36,231 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 36,231 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1300?

Based on 2,322 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
372
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 150
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 111
brake recording little or no effort 101
brake binding 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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LMP 235K is a 1972 Austin 1300 in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1972 Austin 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 50,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1300 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LMP 235K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Austin 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LMP 235K registered?

LMP 235K is a 1972 Austin 1300, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is LMP 235K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMP 235K shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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