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F638 TMT

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,488 mi
Last recorded99,488 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2013
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF638 TMT
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2013 99,488 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 99,488 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

rear sidelights are permanently on

Pass 5 Nov 2009 99,203 miles

slight play in steering rack n/s/f

Fail 5 Oct 2009 99,198 miles

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

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 97,331 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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F638 TMT is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 58,392 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 Mayfair fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F638 TMT, 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 37 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F638 TMT registered?

F638 TMT is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is F638 TMT safe to buy?

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