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MCH 844K

1972 Austin Maxi 1750

Red Petrol 1748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,778 mi
Last recorded12,778 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Austin Maxi 175037,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCH 844K
MakeAustin
ModelMaxi 1750
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 12,778 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 12,682 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 12,621 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 12,530 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 12,406 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 12,320 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 12,315 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 12,252 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 12,245 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 12,199 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 12,172 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 12,166 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 12,144 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 8,883 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 58,271 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 58,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Maxi 1750?

Based on 793 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
639
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
brake binding 27
brake recording little or no effort 25
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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MCH 844K is a 1972 Austin Maxi 1750 in Red with a 1,748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Austin Maxi 1750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 37,617 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maxi 1750 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCH 844K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maxi 1750 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Austin Maxi 1750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MCH 844K registered?

MCH 844K is a 1972 Austin Maxi 1750, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is MCH 844K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCH 844K shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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