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G343 XTR

1990 Austin Mini Thirty

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

1,854 mi
Last recorded1,854 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 1990 Austin Mini Thirty60,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG343 XTR
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 1,854 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 1,081 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2023 1,081 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 10.84% - Limit is 3.50% (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 9 May 2023 833 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 452 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 4,527 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 275 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 123 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 57,252 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 57,252 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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G343 XTR is a 1990 Austin Mini Thirty in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Austin Mini Thirty models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 60,240 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 G343 XTR, 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 36 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 G343 XTR registered?

G343 XTR is a 1990 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 2 April 1990.

Is G343 XTR safe to buy?

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