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KGC 279T

1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,725 mi
Last recorded54,725 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto47,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGC 279T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Clubman Auto
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2019 54,725 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside outer sill corroded but not within prescribed area

Pass 29 Aug 2017 54,262 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 51,460 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 50,827 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 50,492 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,487 miles

nearside rear outer sill corroded but not within prescribed area

Pass 3 Feb 2009 46,968 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto?

Based on 767 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 39
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31
Steering rack gaiter split 30
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KGC 279T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 47,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGC 279T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGC 279T registered?

KGC 279T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto, first registered on 18 June 1979.

Is KGC 279T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGC 279T shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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