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FSU 607

1987 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,169 mi
Last recorded24,169 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini43,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSU 607
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 24,169 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 23,839 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 23,322 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 22,499 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 22,249 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 22,215 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 22,146 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 22,067 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 22,023 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 21,913 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 21,851 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 21,851 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 21,755 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 21,679 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 21,679 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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FSU 607 is a 1987 Austin Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 43,332 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FSU 607, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FSU 607 registered?

FSU 607 is a 1987 Austin Mini, first registered on 3 March 1987.

Is FSU 607 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSU 607 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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