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F290 RFS

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,174 mi
Last recorded38,174 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2011
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF290 RFS
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2011 38,174 miles

fog lamp damaged/insecure

Fail 24 Jan 2011 38,174 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fog lamp damaged/insecure

Pass 20 Jan 2010 36,015 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 29,476 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 25,651 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 25,651 miles

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

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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F290 RFS is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F290 RFS, 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 F290 RFS?

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What year was F290 RFS registered?

F290 RFS is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 21 October 1988.

Is F290 RFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F290 RFS shows 6 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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