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F192 HFJ

1988 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,450 mi
Last recorded99,450 miles
Recorded on6 May 2006
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini67,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF192 HFJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 May 2006 99,450 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 May 2006 99,450 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 May 2005 90,006 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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F192 HFJ is a 1988 Austin Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 67,166 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F192 HFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F192 HFJ registered?

F192 HFJ is a 1988 Austin Mini, first registered on 20 September 1988.

Is F192 HFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F192 HFJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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