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UNO 194K

1972 Austin 1800

Purple Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,531 mi
Last recorded15,531 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Austin 180051,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNO 194K
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 15,531 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 8,798 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s front seat belt is slow to recoil

n/s hand brake performance is low

rear foot brake performances are low

suspect broken engine mounting

Pass 22 Nov 2011 63,044 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 2,915 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s front brake is binding slightly

Pass 24 Nov 2009 11,934 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s rear brakes are slower to operate

o/s front brake is binding slightly

o/s wiper blade rubber is perished

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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UNO 194K is a 1972 Austin 1800 in Purple with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UNO 194K, 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 UNO 194K registered?

UNO 194K is a 1972 Austin 1800, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is UNO 194K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNO 194K shows 5 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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