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F600 TJF

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,872 mi
Last recorded31,872 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF600 TJF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2011 31,872 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2011 31,872 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 31,859 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 31,839 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 31,839 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Both outter sills corroded

Fuel pipe corroded (rear)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 31,753 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 31,753 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

n/s/f & both rear tyres cracking & perishing. 145/70-12

Pass 18 Jul 2006 31,601 miles

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

fuel pipe at rear of car corroding

Fail 18 Jul 2006 31,601 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

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

fuel pipe at rear of car corroding

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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F600 TJF is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F600 TJF, 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 F600 TJF registered?

F600 TJF is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 6 July 1989.

Is F600 TJF safe to buy?

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