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E3 KJB

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

20,831 mi
Last recorded20,831 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 KJB
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 20,831 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 20,831 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 20,642 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 20,570 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 20,438 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 20,362 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 20,194 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 20,055 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 19,526 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 19,018 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 18,461 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 18,435 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2014 18,322 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 18,115 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 16,598 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 16,598 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 13,350 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 12,866 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 12,068 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 12,068 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 9,485 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 9,335 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Thirty?

Based on 12,035 MOT tests across 1,043 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,043
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 809
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 701
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 568
fog lamp not working 553
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E3 KJB is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Thirty models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 58,577 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Thirty fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E3 KJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was E3 KJB registered?

E3 KJB is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is E3 KJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 KJB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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