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G489 FOB

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,790 mi
Last recorded62,790 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG489 FOB
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2024 62,790 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 62,643 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 62,071 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 61,900 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 61,450 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 61,423 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 60,469 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 59,881 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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G489 FOB is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G489 FOB, 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

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What year was G489 FOB registered?

G489 FOB is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 2 October 1989.

Is G489 FOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G489 FOB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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