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MLU 127L

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,997 mi
Last recorded77,997 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLU 127L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2018 77,997 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 77,933 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 77,911 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 77,877 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 77,762 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 77,326 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 77,234 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 76,238 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 75,275 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 74,613 miles

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 74,261 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 73,990 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 73,540 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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MLU 127L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 47,015 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLU 127L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MLU 127L?

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What year was MLU 127L registered?

MLU 127L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is MLU 127L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLU 127L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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