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RVW 642K

1972 Austin Mini

Gold Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

65,086 mi
Last recorded65,086 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVW 642K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 65,086 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 65,081 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear of wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cone ball jiont (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cone jiont (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet hard to open and close

Pass 8 Jun 2017 65,061 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 65,021 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 64,952 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 64,913 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 64,739 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 64,553 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 64,252 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 64,103 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 64,002 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 63,931 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 63,885 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 63,660 miles

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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RVW 642K is a 1972 Austin Mini in Gold with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RVW 642K, 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 RVW 642K registered?

RVW 642K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 12 January 1972.

Is RVW 642K safe to buy?

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