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TPV 388K

1972 Austin 1800

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,987 mi
Last recorded99,987 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 1972 Austin 180051,599 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPV 388K
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 99,987 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 99,858 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 99,586 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 98,856 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 98,290 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 98,290 miles

Offside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

plates on outer sills need attention

Pass 14 Dec 2017 98,062 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 97,375 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 96,939 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement all (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 96,307 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 95,825 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 95,317 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 95,317 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 94,939 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 94,515 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 94,077 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 93,532 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 93,175 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 92,015 miles

n/s drive shaft inner joint worn

Pass 2 Dec 2005 91,480 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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TPV 388K is a 1972 Austin 1800 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TPV 388K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TPV 388K registered?

TPV 388K is a 1972 Austin 1800, first registered on 7 March 1972.

Is TPV 388K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPV 388K shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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