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GKX 482Y

1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,579 mi
Last recorded92,579 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E55,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKX 482Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 92,579 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 92,579 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 92,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2009 92,579 miles

rear brake pipes corroded

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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GKX 482Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,404 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GKX 482Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GKX 482Y registered?

GKX 482Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 17 December 1982.

Is GKX 482Y safe to buy?

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