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F876 SDF

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,207 mi
Last recorded11,207 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF876 SDF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 11,207 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 10,512 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 10,269 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 9,979 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 9,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 9,562 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 9,561 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 9,497 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 9,497 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 9,111 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 9,095 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 8,700 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 8,198 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 7,962 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 7,962 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front subframe n/s/r lower mounting split

n/s/r valance damaged

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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F876 SDF is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 F876 SDF, 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 F876 SDF registered?

F876 SDF is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F876 SDF safe to buy?

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