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F365 MAA

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,938 mi
Last recorded37,938 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF365 MAA
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 37,938 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 37,844 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 37,844 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 37,637 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 37,442 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 37,052 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 36,662 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 36,479 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 36,214 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 36,052 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 35,755 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 35,542 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 35,041 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 35,040 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 34,729 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 34,510 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 34,185 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 33,997 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 33,663 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 33,517 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 32,833 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 32,212 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Thirty?

Based on 12,035 MOT tests across 1,043 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,043
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 809
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 701
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 568
fog lamp not working 553
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F365 MAA is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Thirty models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 58,577 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Thirty fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F365 MAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was F365 MAA registered?

F365 MAA is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 5 July 1989.

Is F365 MAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F365 MAA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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