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F687 OPA

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,786 mi
Last recorded20,786 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF687 OPA
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 20,786 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 20,773 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 20,771 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 20,769 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 20,761 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 20,755 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 20,736 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 20,725 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 20,697 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 20,697 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 20,646 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 20,636 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 20,616 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 20,571 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 20,520 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 20,506 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2008 20,492 miles

o/s/f tyre side wall slightly damaged

Fail 16 Aug 2007 20,438 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 20,438 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 20,386 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 20,380 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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F687 OPA 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 F687 OPA, 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 F687 OPA registered?

F687 OPA is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 2 December 1988.

Is F687 OPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F687 OPA 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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