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FDZ 8928

1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto

Blue Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,776 mi
Last recorded73,776 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto42,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDZ 8928
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E Auto
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2023 73,776 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 75,432 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto?

Based on 4,858 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
590
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 355
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 302
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 248
fog lamp not working 244
brake recording little or no effort 238
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FDZ 8928 is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto in Blue with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 42,521 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 1000 City E Auto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 355 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FDZ 8928, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FDZ 8928?

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What year was FDZ 8928 registered?

FDZ 8928 is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto, first registered on 22 March 1989.

Is FDZ 8928 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDZ 8928 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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