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G949 APL

1989 Austin Mini Moke

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

33,645 mi
Last recorded33,645 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Moke37,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG949 APL
MakeAustin
ModelMini Moke
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 33,645 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Aug 2012

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2012 33,642 miles

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

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

headlamp switch high beam position operates low beam

headlamp switch low beam position operates high beam

rear foglamp telltale shows when position/headlamp switch operated

Pass 18 Jul 2007 33,308 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 18 Jul 2007 33,307 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 Aug 2006 31,508 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 31,508 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Moke?

Based on 1,496 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
148
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 45
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Stop lamp not working 40
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30
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G949 APL is a 1989 Austin Mini Moke in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Moke models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 37,357 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 Moke fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G949 APL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Moke typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini Moke is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G949 APL registered?

G949 APL is a 1989 Austin Mini Moke, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G949 APL safe to buy?

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