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F72 RUV

1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,865 mi
Last recorded85,865 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame60,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF72 RUV
MakeAustin
ModelMini Racing Flame
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 85,865 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 85,000 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 84,284 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 84,119 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 83,701 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 83,551 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 83,368 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 83,199 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 82,885 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 80,903 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 78,002 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 78,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 74,301 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 70,525 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 66,814 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Racing Flame?

Based on 7,572 MOT tests across 764 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
759
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 556
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 551
Steering rack gaiter split 512
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 430
fog lamp not working 356
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F72 RUV is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 60,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Racing Flame fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 556 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F72 RUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Racing Flame typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini Racing Flame is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F72 RUV registered?

F72 RUV is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame, first registered on 6 April 1989.

Is F72 RUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F72 RUV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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