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F658 NLR

1988 Austin Mini Designer

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Designer60,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF658 NLR
MakeAustin
ModelMini Designer
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 1 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2021 1 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative All Not Flashing (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe Locking Nut Loose (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension rod insecurely attached Locking Nut Loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end modification unsafe Locking Nut Loose (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2015 735 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 716 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 62,205 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 62,205 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2009 62,205 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 62,205 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 62,205 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 62,205 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 62,205 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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F658 NLR is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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

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 F658 NLR, 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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F658 NLR is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer, first registered on 1 October 1988.

Is F658 NLR safe to buy?

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