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G947 DVP

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,048 mi
Last recorded85,048 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG947 DVP
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 85,048 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear jacking point slightly corroded

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front jacking point slightly corroded

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 84,026 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 83,452 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 82,946 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 81,971 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2021 81,970 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front joint to manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valance and arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended stuck (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valance, boot floor and arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) rack fault (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wing corroded

front shocks weak

water pump leaking

Pass 1 Nov 2016 809,791 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 79,086 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 76,640 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 73,820 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 70,160 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 67,920 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 65,896 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 63,030 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 58,050 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 54,196 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 49,648 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 49,584 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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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G947 DVP is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G947 DVP, 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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G947 DVP is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 10 August 1989.

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