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AKG 494T

1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

7,528 mi
Last recorded7,528 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman53,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKG 494T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Clubman
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 7,528 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front inner arch corroded and holed

Fail 28 Apr 2026 7,522 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valance / wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valance / boot (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks boot (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front inner arch corroded and holed

Pass 4 Apr 2025 5,755 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 5,747 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 2,276 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 2,271 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose damaged (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks multiple wiring in boot not insulated & insecure (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2022 61 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2022 51 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 61,039 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

extensive welding repairs patches throughout the vehicle

non testable wiring and componants in dash area and boot uncliped and insecure

Pass 12 Jun 2018 59,546 miles

advise slight play in o/s front wheel bearing/n/s and o/s rear radius arm pins / n/s inner rack arm

Pass 11 Jan 2017 57,643 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 57,578 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 57,512 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 57,464 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 57,358 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 57,358 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 57,152 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 57,021 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman?

Based on 7,434 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
713
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 599
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 377
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 371
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 349
brake recording little or no effort 313
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AKG 494T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 53,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini Clubman fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 599 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AKG 494T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Clubman typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Clubman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AKG 494T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman, first registered on 22 May 1979.

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