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E214 JJF

1988 Austin Mini Jet Black

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

83,445 mi
Last recorded83,445 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black63,040 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE214 JJF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Jet Black
Year1988
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 83,445 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Starting to split (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 82,714 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 82,649 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 82,546 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 82,349 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 82,300 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 82,300 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 82,204 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

osr and nsf tyre sidewalls starting to perish/crack

Pass 8 Apr 2015 82,085 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 81,962 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 81,584 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 81,376 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 81,083 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 80,769 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 80,327 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 79,905 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 79,440 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Jet Black?

Based on 2,772 MOT tests across 316 vehicles.

63.7%
Pass Rate
638
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 317
Steering rack gaiter split 204
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 193
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 149
fog lamp not working 139
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E214 JJF is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 63,040 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Jet Black fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 317 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E214 JJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Jet Black typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Jet Black is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E214 JJF registered?

E214 JJF is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black, first registered on 16 March 1988.

Is E214 JJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E214 JJF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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