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LYC 288E

1967 Austin 1800

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,249 mi
Last recorded75,249 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1967 Austin 180069,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYC 288E
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1967
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 75,249 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 75,091 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 74,683 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 74,286 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 73,557 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 73,235 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 73,046 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 72,574 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 72,037 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 71,216 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 70,129 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 69,795 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 69,459 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 68,923 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 68,595 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 68,351 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 67,290 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 66,968 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 66,968 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 66,217 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 65,990 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 65,928 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2005 65,513 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2005 65,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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LYC 288E is a 1967 Austin 1800 in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1967 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 69,795 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYC 288E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 59 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LYC 288E registered?

LYC 288E is a 1967 Austin 1800, first registered on 8 February 1967.

Is LYC 288E safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYC 288E shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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