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ALZ 838

1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

50,566 mi
Last recorded50,566 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame60,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 838
MakeAustin
ModelMini Racing Flame
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 50,566 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 50,309 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 50,309 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 50,120 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 49,764 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in n/s/r trailing arm bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak on rear of engine

Pass 16 Jun 2021 49,438 miles

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

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 9 Jul 2020 49,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat not fitted.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Jun 2019 49,047 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 48,587 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 48,096 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 47,292 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 46,536 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 46,100 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 45,316 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 45,071 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 44,131 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 43,540 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 42,853 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 42,509 miles

FRONT SUBFRAME REAR MOUNTINGS SLIGHTLY WORN

Fail 13 May 2006 41,838 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2006 41,838 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Racing Flame?

Based on 7,572 MOT tests across 764 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
759
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 556
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 551
Steering rack gaiter split 512
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 430
fog lamp not working 356
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ALZ 838 is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 60,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Racing Flame fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 556 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALZ 838, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Racing Flame typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini Racing Flame is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ALZ 838?

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What year was ALZ 838 registered?

ALZ 838 is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame, first registered on 29 April 1989.

Is ALZ 838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALZ 838 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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