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KGK 845T

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests24 (13 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate54.2%

Mileage

90,436 mi
Last recorded90,436 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 100057,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGK 845T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 11 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 90,436 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2020 90,435 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor split and corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 89,519 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Jacking point slightly corroded

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Door Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 89,511 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired door sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 87,770 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 87,770 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering door sill. (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 87,051 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 87,050 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 87,050 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear mounting broken (7.1.1)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak ()

Pass 9 May 2014 86,887 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 86,887 miles

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

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 86,813 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 86,536 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 86,535 miles

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

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 86,214 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 85,775 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 85,775 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 85,440 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 85,427 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 84,746 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 83,477 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 83,477 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 81,909 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006

Nearside Front Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 9,311 MOT tests across 1,335 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 726
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 519
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake recording little or no effort 382
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KGK 845T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 57,559 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 Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 726 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGK 845T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KGK 845T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 13 June 1979.

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