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GGK 494X

1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

61,645 mi
Last recorded61,645 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E55,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGK 494X
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 Hl E
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 61,645 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 61,630 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2009 57,389 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 57,382 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 55,285 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 49,036 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 42,517 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 42,509 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrison to nearside front floor †

oil leak

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 Hl E?

Based on 2,262 MOT tests across 264 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
696
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 234
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 106
fog lamp not working 103
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 96
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GGK 494X is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 55,480 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 Hl E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 234 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GGK 494X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 Hl E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 Hl E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GGK 494X registered?

GGK 494X is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E, first registered on 25 June 1982.

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