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OOY 185L

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,040 mi
Last recorded2,040 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOY 185L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 2,040 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2016 101,997 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 101,997 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 1,764 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 1,764 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

main beam warning light not working

Pass 24 Sep 2010 1,727 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 1,727 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 1,381 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 951 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 951 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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OOY 185L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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

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 OOY 185L, 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

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What year was OOY 185L registered?

OOY 185L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is OOY 185L safe to buy?

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