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F399 CRP

1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

646 mi
Last recorded646 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E57,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF399 CRP
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 646 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 564 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 521 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 400 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 224 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 131 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

wiper blades becoming worn

Pass 9 Sep 2015 44 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 10 miles

new speedometer/mileometer fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Oct 2011 2,617 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 30,390 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s o/s outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 8 May 2009 26,374 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 26,374 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front wiper blades smearing slightly

oil leak

Pass 2 May 2008 25,459 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 24,090 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 23,454 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

general under body surface corosion

o/s/f bearing slight play

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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F399 CRP is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 57,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F399 CRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F399 CRP registered?

F399 CRP is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 8 June 1989.

Is F399 CRP safe to buy?

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