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G839 NKL

1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

88,086 mi
Last recorded88,086 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose58,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG839 NKL
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sky Rose
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 88,086 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 88,086 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear subframe begining to corrode

slight brake pipe corrosion

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all prescribed areas and chassis begining to show signs of corrosion

slight sharp edges to doors and bumpers

vehicle welded strongly enough not excellently

Fail 4 Aug 2009 88,077 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 31 Jul 2008 84,770 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion along the bottom of both doors, not showing sharp edges at present

corrosion around the o/s headlamp, headlamp is secure

corrosion on the o/s/r outer sill/arch, not excessive at present

o/s/r shock absorber dust cover is corroded and loose

slight play in the o/s/f lower ball joint, not excessive at present

Fail 24 Jul 2008 84,770 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion along the bottom of both doors, not showing sharp edges at present

corrosion around the o/s headlamp, headlamp is secure

corrosion on the o/s/r outer sill/arch, not excessive at present

o/s/r shock absorber dust cover is corroded and loose

slight play in the o/s/f lower ball joint, not excessive at present

Pass 28 Jul 2007 77,124 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 77,120 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

sligt movement in the lower steering column bush,

Pass 21 Jul 2006 71,602 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 71,602 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Sky Rose?

Based on 3,179 MOT tests across 343 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
782
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Steering rack gaiter split 217
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 196
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 179
fog lamp not working 151
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G839 NKL is a 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 58,497 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Sky Rose fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 227 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G839 NKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was G839 NKL registered?

G839 NKL is a 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose, first registered on 25 September 1989.

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