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F464 UNV

1988 Austin Mini Designer

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,252 mi
Last recorded25,252 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Designer60,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF464 UNV
MakeAustin
ModelMini Designer
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 25,252 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underneath in places (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 21,073 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 21,067 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both headlights lose

rear exhaust box blowing

Fail 16 Apr 2014 21,045 miles

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

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

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

both headlights lose

rear exhaust box blowing

Pass 26 Apr 2013 18,861 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 6 Aug 2012 18,734 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 18,734 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 18,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres are perished

nearside front tyre perished

Fail 9 Aug 2010 18,453 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 18,453 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 18,276 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 3 Aug 2009 18,276 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 18,099 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 17,912 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 17,708 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Designer?

Based on 4,630 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 473
Steering rack gaiter split 383
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 324
fog lamp not working 268
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 263
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F464 UNV is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Designer models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 60,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Designer fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F464 UNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Designer typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Designer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F464 UNV registered?

F464 UNV is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer, first registered on 14 October 1988.

Is F464 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F464 UNV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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