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F539 XOF

1988 Austin Mini Designer

Black Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,466 mi
Last recorded67,466 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Designer60,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF539 XOF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Designer
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 67,466 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2023 67,434 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 65,738 miles

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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F539 XOF is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer in Black with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 F539 XOF, 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.

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How do I check the history of F539 XOF?

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What year was F539 XOF registered?

F539 XOF is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer, first registered on 13 September 1988.

Is F539 XOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F539 XOF shows 3 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.

Does F539 XOF have outstanding finance?

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