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FOK 435L

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,516 mi
Last recorded80,516 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOK 435L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 80,516 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 80,493 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 80,493 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2017 80,403 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 80,121 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 79,831 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 79,831 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 79,334 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 78,956 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 78,956 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 77,735 miles

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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FOK 435L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FOK 435L, 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

How do I check the history of FOK 435L?

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What year was FOK 435L registered?

FOK 435L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 6 November 1972.

Is FOK 435L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOK 435L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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