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F739 VDC

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,854 mi
Last recorded82,854 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF739 VDC
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 82,854 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 82,854 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 82,588 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 82,585 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected sticks down applying brakes (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2021 82,360 miles

Floor not fully secure boot floor shows holes under neath but has been plated from inside (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security where floor meets wheel arch but has been plated inside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security where floor meets wheel arch but has been plated inside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

battery tray outer casing is corroded

Fail 6 May 2021 82,360 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure bolts are loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Floor not fully secure boot floor shows holes under neath but has been plated from inside (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security where floor meets wheel arch but has been plated inside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security where floor meets wheel arch but has been plated inside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

battery tray outer casing is corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2016 81,396 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 81,126 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

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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F739 VDC is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 F739 VDC, 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 F739 VDC registered?

F739 VDC is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 14 March 1989.

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