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NMC 277L

1972 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,359 mi
Last recorded84,359 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMC 277L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 84,359 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 84,159 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 83,918 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 83,835 miles

rear bearings slightly noisey

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 6 Sep 2013 83,648 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 83,648 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 83,523 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 83,080 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 82,757 miles

front tyres cracked and perished

n/s front shock absorber has slight play in shaft

o/s rear wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 10 Aug 2009 82,187 miles

o/s/f ,n/s/f and n/s/r tyres starting to crack

Pass 10 Sep 2008 80,940 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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NMC 277L is a 1972 Austin Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,943 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NMC 277L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 54 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NMC 277L registered?

NMC 277L is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is NMC 277L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMC 277L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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