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E989 YYA

1988 Austin Mini Red Hot

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,408 mi
Last recorded27,408 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot57,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE989 YYA
MakeAustin
ModelMini Red Hot
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 27,408 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 26,252 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 24,629 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 23,842 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 23,138 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 22,977 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 22,569 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 22,481 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 22,351 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 22,164 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 21,955 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 21,778 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 21,698 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 21,439 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 21,382 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 21,382 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 21,376 miles

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
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E989 YYA is a 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E989 YYA, 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

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What year was E989 YYA registered?

E989 YYA is a 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot, first registered on 4 May 1988.

Is E989 YYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E989 YYA shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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