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F486 HGF

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,832 mi
Last recorded85,832 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF486 HGF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 85,832 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 85,302 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 84,623 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 83,842 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 83,176 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 82,412 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 81,023 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 81,153 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 81,079 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 81,011 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 80,901 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 80,901 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 76,186 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 76,165 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Handbrake cable is becoming corroded,- but not yet fraying.

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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F486 HGF is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 F486 HGF, 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 F486 HGF registered?

F486 HGF is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 27 June 1989.

Is F486 HGF safe to buy?

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