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ODT 736L

1972 Austin Mini

Yellow Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

681 mi
Last recorded681 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODT 736L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 681 miles

bonnet saftey catch missing

Pass 14 Feb 2014 7 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 7 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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ODT 736L is a 1972 Austin Mini in Yellow with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ODT 736L, 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

How do I check the history of ODT 736L?

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What year was ODT 736L registered?

ODT 736L is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 28 July 1972.

Is ODT 736L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODT 736L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ODT 736L have outstanding finance?

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