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F812 VAJ

1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,747 mi
Last recorded9,747 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E57,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF812 VAJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 9,747 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 8,268 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 60,739 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 78,692 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 76,325 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 76,195 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 75,821 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 75,466 miles

battery loose

Pass 22 Jul 2010 75,450 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 74,844 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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F812 VAJ is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 57,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F812 VAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F812 VAJ registered?

F812 VAJ is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 27 February 1989.

Is F812 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F812 VAJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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