CarVerify

Free Car Check

E93 PEL

1988 Austin Mini Red Hot

Red Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

10,223 mi
Last recorded10,223 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot57,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE93 PEL
MakeAustin
ModelMini Red Hot
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 10,223 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 10,122 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 9,900 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 8,691 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 8,475 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 7,783 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 7,459 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 7,087 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 6,648 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 6,002 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 4,770 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 4,046 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 3,457 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 2,607 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 18,099 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 5 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 73,041 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

corrosion in near side inner sill

near side front tyre just legal

near side washer not working

top engine tie rod worn

Pass 3 Oct 2006 68,907 miles

corrosion in near side inner sill

Fail 29 Sep 2006 68,907 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

corrosion in near side front inner sill

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Red Hot?

Based on 1,541 MOT tests across 182 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
182
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 161
Steering rack gaiter split 102
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 96
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 71
Full Austin Mini Red Hot reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E93 PEL is a 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 57,471 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Red Hot fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E93 PEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E93 PEL?

You can check the full history of E93 PEL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E93 PEL registered?

E93 PEL is a 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot, first registered on 14 April 1988.

Is E93 PEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E93 PEL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E93 PEL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E93 PEL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.