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F313 GAO

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,726 mi
Last recorded52,726 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF313 GAO
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2026 52,726 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 51,929 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 1,812 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 1,782 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides front (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength enclosing panel by subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength enclosing panel by subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2023
Pass 24 Mar 2021

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2013 12 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 3,159 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 3,159 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 102,633 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 1,820 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 96,277 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 99,371 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 99,353 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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F313 GAO is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F313 GAO, 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 F313 GAO?

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What year was F313 GAO registered?

F313 GAO is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 11 November 1988.

Is F313 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F313 GAO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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