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G744 RFJ

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,123 mi
Last recorded83,123 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG744 RFJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 83,123 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 83,114 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 82,712 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside and offside floor pans slightly corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2017 82,325 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box corroded (7.1.2)

nearside and offside front floor pans serface rust

nearside rear tyre worn on outer tread

Pass 27 Aug 2016 81,718 miles

Nearside Front and offside front brake pads getting low

Nearside Front and offside front floor pan surface rust

Nearside Front and offside front tyres starting to wear on outer tread

Nearside Rear and offside rear tyres starting to wear on outer tread

Pass 26 Jan 2012 81,624 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 81,031 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 80,857 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 80,855 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 80,642 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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G744 RFJ is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G744 RFJ, 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.

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What year was G744 RFJ registered?

G744 RFJ is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 25 August 1989.

Is G744 RFJ safe to buy?

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