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LMG 702K

1972 Austin 1800

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,431 mi
Last recorded48,431 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Austin 180051,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMG 702K
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 48,431 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 47,698 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 47,522 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 46,870 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 46,745 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 46,636 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 46,636 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 46,142 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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LMG 702K is a 1972 Austin 1800 in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LMG 702K, 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 LMG 702K registered?

LMG 702K is a 1972 Austin 1800, first registered on 22 May 1972.

Is LMG 702K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMG 702K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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