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F504 PHJ

1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,105 mi
Last recorded63,105 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E57,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF504 PHJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 63,105 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 63,094 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective will not release (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing top arm siezed (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 62,791 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 58,990 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 58,901 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 52,994 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 50,886 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 47,902 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 47,011 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 43,054 miles

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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F504 PHJ is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F504 PHJ, 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 F504 PHJ registered?

F504 PHJ is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 9 February 1989.

Is F504 PHJ safe to buy?

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