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G30 NWD

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,011 mi
Last recorded87,011 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG30 NWD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 87,011 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 86,747 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 86,351 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 85,941 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 84,981 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside of rear subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2019 84,976 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside of rear subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 84,367 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 82,964 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 82,964 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 82,543 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 15 Sep 2011 81,987 miles

rear exhaust bracket corroded but still secure

Pass 25 Oct 2010 81,398 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 80,501 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 79,089 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 77,168 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 74,900 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 74,900 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 71,350 miles

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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G30 NWD is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G30 NWD, 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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What year was G30 NWD registered?

G30 NWD is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 11 October 1989.

Is G30 NWD safe to buy?

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