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F230 BWY

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

76,554 mi
Last recorded76,554 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF230 BWY
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 76,554 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 76,554 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 76,510 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 76,501 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2024 76,495 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 76,428 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 76,428 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2022 76,388 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 76,194 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 76,118 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 76,118 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 Dec 2018 76,034 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2018 76,032 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s/r low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

horn is insecure and hanging on it's wires

Pass 28 Dec 2017 75,891 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 75,768 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 75,194 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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F230 BWY is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 F230 BWY, 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 F230 BWY?

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What year was F230 BWY registered?

F230 BWY is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 5 December 1988.

Is F230 BWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F230 BWY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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