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F829 EWE

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,612 mi
Last recorded78,612 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2011
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF829 EWE
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2011 78,612 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jan 2011 78,612 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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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F829 EWE is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F829 EWE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F829 EWE registered?

F829 EWE is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 12 April 1989.

Is F829 EWE safe to buy?

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