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WBM 279K

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,009 mi
Last recorded2,009 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBM 279K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 2,009 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 1,816 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 1,529 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 1,067 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 14 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 14 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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WBM 279K is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Blue with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WBM 279K, 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.

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What year was WBM 279K registered?

WBM 279K is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is WBM 279K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBM 279K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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