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F165 FTU

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

79,106 mi
Last recorded79,106 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF165 FTU
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 79,106 miles

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

rear bumper removed

Pass 15 Nov 2021 79,101 miles

Rear bumper removed.

Fail 8 Nov 2021 79,101 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Subframe mounts loose. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear bumper has been removed.

Fail 3 Nov 2021 79,101 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame insecurely attached Upper bolt loose. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. Not able to be locked in down position. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear bumper has been removed.

Pass 10 Apr 2019 76,587 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 75,140 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn inner joint. (2.5.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight rumble when rotated.

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 72,573 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 72,573 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 70,227 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 70,216 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Upper Brake pad(s) locking device insecure pin broken . (3.5.1l)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 67,359 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 63,914 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 63,914 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 57,260 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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F165 FTU is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F165 FTU, 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.

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What year was F165 FTU registered?

F165 FTU is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 2 November 1988.

Is F165 FTU safe to buy?

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