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G321 NAU

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Black Petrol 1330cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,954 mi
Last recorded8,954 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG321 NAU
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,330cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 8,954 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 6,720 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 6,390 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Jul 2011 6,363 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

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

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2009 5,087 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 3,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2007 102,074 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 98,838 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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G321 NAU is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Black with a 1,330cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 G321 NAU, 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 G321 NAU registered?

G321 NAU is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G321 NAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G321 NAU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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