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F582 LCJ

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,474 mi
Last recorded55,474 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF582 LCJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 55,474 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 55,456 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 55,324 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 55,206 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 55,203 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 55,203 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 55,179 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 55,000 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 54,378 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 54,027 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 54,027 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 53,996 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 53,520 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 53,406 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 53,216 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 52,548 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 52,548 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2010 51,290 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 50,998 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 50,681 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 50,128 miles

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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F582 LCJ is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F582 LCJ, 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

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What year was F582 LCJ registered?

F582 LCJ is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 8 November 1988.

Is F582 LCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F582 LCJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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