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G271 FOC

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

48,405 mi
Last recorded48,405 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG271 FOC
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 48,405 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 48,234 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 48,053 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 47,779 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 47,537 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 47,381 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 47,013 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underbody surface rust

Fail 29 Oct 2019 47,013 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underbody surface rust

Pass 18 Oct 2018 46,600 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 15,828 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 44,748 miles

Centre Front Oil leak ()

n/s/f top ball joint

Pass 10 Oct 2015 44,118 miles

oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2014 43,599 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 42,853 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 42,840 miles

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

Nearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 39,759 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 32,305 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 26,827 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 25,043 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 21,882 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 19,771 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 18,255 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 18,255 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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G271 FOC is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 G271 FOC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G271 FOC registered?

G271 FOC is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 August 1989.

Is G271 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G271 FOC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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