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F56 JBW

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,605 mi
Last recorded94,605 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF56 JBW
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 94,605 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 94,227 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 93,630 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 92,480 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 91,140 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 49,687 miles

Offside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 81,865 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 81,856 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 79,182 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 98,106 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 98,106 miles

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

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair?

Based on 51,788 MOT tests across 5,975 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
705
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,606
Steering rack gaiter split 3,328
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 3,132
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,591
fog lamp not working 2,585
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F56 JBW is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 56,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Mayfair fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F56 JBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F56 JBW?

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What year was F56 JBW registered?

F56 JBW is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F56 JBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F56 JBW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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