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G718 TKX

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

8,856 mi
Last recorded8,856 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG718 TKX
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 8,856 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 8,567 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 8,244 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 7,747 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 7,551 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 7,439 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 6,515 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 6,453 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 5,148 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 3,024 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 3,017 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2017 1,663 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 649 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 649 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Pass 15 May 2015 99,863 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 98,993 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 97,991 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 97,108 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2012 97,108 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 95,990 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 94,460 miles

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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G718 TKX is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 G718 TKX, 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.

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What year was G718 TKX registered?

G718 TKX is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G718 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G718 TKX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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