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VJL 272L

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Maroon Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,006 mi
Last recorded32,006 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJL 272L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2011 32,006 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 31,502 miles

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 30,022 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 30,001 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Inner Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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VJL 272L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Maroon with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VJL 272L, 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 VJL 272L registered?

VJL 272L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is VJL 272L safe to buy?

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