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F179 EUD

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

9,952 mi
Last recorded9,952 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF179 EUD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 9,952 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

noise from n/s/rear wheel bearing

Fail 6 Sep 2018 9,947 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 9,766 miles

n/s/r wheel bearing noisey

Fail 13 Jul 2017 9,766 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r wheel bearing noisey

Pass 14 Jun 2016 9,211 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 8,174 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 7,560 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 6,189 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 4 Aug 2011 4,545 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 4,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside headlight loose

Pass 3 Aug 2010 3,355 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 3,322 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 5 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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F179 EUD is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 F179 EUD, 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 F179 EUD registered?

F179 EUD is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 October 1988.

Is F179 EUD safe to buy?

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