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G565 REA

1989 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,945 mi
Last recorded68,945 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini52,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG565 REA
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2006 68,945 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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G565 REA is a 1989 Austin Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 52,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G565 REA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G565 REA registered?

G565 REA is a 1989 Austin Mini, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G565 REA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G565 REA shows 1 test 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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