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G44 FAX

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

56,555 mi
Last recorded56,555 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG44 FAX
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 56,555 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 56,043 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 56,041 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 55,950 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 55,947 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 55,944 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 55,892 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 55,861 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 55,241 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 54,633 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 53,821 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 52,847 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 51,879 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 49,844 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 48,343 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 46,559 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 45,223 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 44,433 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 43,304 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 42,221 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 41,729 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 41,056 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2006 41,056 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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G44 FAX is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 G44 FAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G44 FAX?

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What year was G44 FAX registered?

G44 FAX is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G44 FAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G44 FAX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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