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F233 OLN

1988 Austin Mini Designer

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

2,013 mi
Last recorded2,013 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Designer60,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF233 OLN
MakeAustin
ModelMini Designer
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 2,013 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019

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

Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play both rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 99,745 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 97,304 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

slight bind on offside rear brake

Pass 22 Jan 2016 94,731 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 92,119 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 89,221 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 89,221 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 86,271 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 86,271 miles

Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 1,768 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 1,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 94,315 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 94,315 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Designer?

Based on 4,630 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 473
Steering rack gaiter split 383
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 324
fog lamp not working 268
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 263
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F233 OLN is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer in Blue 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 Designer models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 60,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Designer fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F233 OLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Designer typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Designer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F233 OLN registered?

F233 OLN is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer, first registered on 23 December 1988.

Is F233 OLN safe to buy?

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