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G499 DJX

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,163 mi
Last recorded61,163 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG499 DJX
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 61,163 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 58,811 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 58,190 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 57,299 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 56,018 miles

front to rear brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 6 Apr 2022 56,008 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached bush split (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

front to rear brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 1 Apr 2021 54,733 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 53,098 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2008 53,082 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 51,643 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 51,619 miles

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

ADVICE front headlamp lenses slightly faded

ADVICE- slight corrosion offside inner boot floor

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair?

Based on 51,788 MOT tests across 5,975 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
705
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,606
Steering rack gaiter split 3,328
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 3,132
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,591
fog lamp not working 2,585
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G499 DJX is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 58,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Mayfair fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G499 DJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G499 DJX registered?

G499 DJX is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G499 DJX safe to buy?

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