MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,102 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
corrosion to body
front wiper blades smeary
fuel cap seal deteriorating
How Reliable is the Austin 1800?
Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OUW 289L is a 1972 Austin 1800 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1972 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,599 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 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OUW 289L, 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 54 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of OUW 289L?
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What year was OUW 289L registered?
OUW 289L is a 1972 Austin 1800, first registered on 18 September 1972.
Is OUW 289L safe to buy?
The MOT history for OUW 289L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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