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F940 JTM

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,387 mi
Last recorded65,387 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF940 JTM
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 65,387 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 65,353 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 65,265 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 63,050 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 63,049 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 63,049 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 63,041 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 62,912 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 62,828 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 62,728 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 62,676 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 62,468 miles

passangers side front metal brake pipe starting to rust

Pass 3 Oct 2008 62,251 miles

passanger side washer jet not very well adjusted

Pass 22 Sep 2007 62,198 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 62,011 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

nearside and offside outer sills starting to pull away from floors .non mot prescribed area

Pass 29 Sep 2006 62,011 miles

nearside and offside outer sills starting to pull away from floors .non mot prescribed area

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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F940 JTM is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 F940 JTM, 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

How do I check the history of F940 JTM?

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What year was F940 JTM registered?

F940 JTM is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 September 1988.

Is F940 JTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F940 JTM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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