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F735 RMK

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

81,304 mi
Last recorded81,304 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF735 RMK
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 81,304 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 81,006 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 80,963 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 80,268 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 79,010 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 78,095 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 78,043 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 77,041 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 76,038 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 75,200 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 74,413 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 73,907 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 73,135 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 72,976 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2005 72,976 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F735 RMK is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair 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 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 F735 RMK, 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 F735 RMK registered?

F735 RMK is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F735 RMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F735 RMK 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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