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F338 CKH

1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,825 mi
Last recorded75,825 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose58,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF338 CKH
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sky Rose
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 75,825 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 75,475 miles

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

underside body under-sealed

Pass 12 May 2022 74,531 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 74,319 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 72,786 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 72,501 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 72,232 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 71,754 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 71,181 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 71,181 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Sky Rose?

Based on 3,179 MOT tests across 343 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
782
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Steering rack gaiter split 217
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 196
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 179
fog lamp not working 151
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F338 CKH is a 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 58,497 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Sky Rose fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 227 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F338 CKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Sky Rose typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini Sky Rose is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F338 CKH registered?

F338 CKH is a 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose, first registered on 17 February 1989.

Is F338 CKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F338 CKH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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