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F31 TFU

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

2,384 mi
Last recorded2,384 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF31 TFU
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2013 2,384 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 2,384 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 2,381 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

no rear seats fitted

slight wiper scores on front windscreen

Pass 15 Mar 2012 1,785 miles

oil pipe from engine /gauge rubbing on engine

Fail 15 Mar 2012 1,785 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

oil pipe from engine /gauge rubbing on engine

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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F31 TFU is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 58,392 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F31 TFU, 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 37 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F31 TFU registered?

F31 TFU is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F31 TFU safe to buy?

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