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G121 KRH

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

58,806 mi
Last recorded58,806 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG121 KRH
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 58,806 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 58,802 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 57,351 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 57,351 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 56,077 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 55,422 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 55,072 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

floor corroded both sides at rear but just surface rust

Pass 21 Nov 2019 54,439 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 54,338 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 51,095 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 51,094 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 42,333 miles

Front subframe bushes have movement but not excessive

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 42,332 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

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

Front subframe bushes have movement but not excessive

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 40,550 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Jul 2015 40,520 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre system (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 May 2015 40,190 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear valance closing plates corroded and holed

fuel cap sealing washer cracking slightly

rear exhaust hanger cracked but still secure

rear valance filled

Pass 17 Jun 2014 40,034 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 39,714 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 39,714 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 39,269 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,647 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 37,984 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 37,084 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 37,082 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 35,940 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 35,939 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 16 Jun 2008 35,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 34,225 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 33,023 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 33,023 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Thirty?

Based on 12,035 MOT tests across 1,043 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,043
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 809
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 701
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 568
fog lamp not working 553
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G121 KRH is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Thirty models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 58,577 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 Thirty fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G121 KRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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G121 KRH is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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