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F212 JDV

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

37,537 mi
Last recorded37,537 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF212 JDV
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 37,537 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 37,497 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 16 Feb 2011 37,497 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 37,486 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 37,480 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 37,428 miles

rear valance is excessively corroded

Fail 17 Jan 2008 37,428 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear valance is excessively corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2007 37,296 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 37,296 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear 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)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

heavy surface corrosion rear sub frame

offside front floor has heavy surface corrosion

small movement in nearside part of steering rack

Pass 18 Jan 2006 36,200 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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F212 JDV is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 F212 JDV, 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

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What year was F212 JDV registered?

F212 JDV is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 November 1988.

Is F212 JDV safe to buy?

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