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G924 WVC

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

53,074 mi
Last recorded53,074 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG924 WVC
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 53,074 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 53,063 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides front a post (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability all four mountings (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 46,469 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2017 46,469 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 46,434 miles

Brake pedal actuating linkage functionally incomplete suspect seized (3.3.A.1a)

Brake performance not tested brakes binding heavily (3.7.A.1)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative with or without ignition (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall perished (4.1.D.1b)

Stop lamp not working offside & nearside (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid inoperative (8.2.3)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/wheel arch area,offside & nearside (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 43,026 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 43,026 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 42,979 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 42,979 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 42,499 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 42,499 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 41,318 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 40,652 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 40,343 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 40,320 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 40,065 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 40,065 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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G924 WVC is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G924 WVC, 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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G924 WVC is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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