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F149 CET

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,658 mi
Last recorded71,658 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF149 CET
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 71,658 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 71,633 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 71,602 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 71,413 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 71,370 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 71,320 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 71,144 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 69,797 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 68,530 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 68,530 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair?

Based on 51,788 MOT tests across 5,975 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
705
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,606
Steering rack gaiter split 3,328
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 3,132
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,591
fog lamp not working 2,585
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F149 CET is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 56,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Mayfair fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F149 CET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F149 CET?

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What year was F149 CET registered?

F149 CET is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 August 1988.

Is F149 CET safe to buy?

The MOT history for F149 CET shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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