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GDZ 9055

1989 Austin Mini Thirty

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

9,277 mi
Last recorded9,277 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Thirty58,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDZ 9055
MakeAustin
ModelMini Thirty
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 9,277 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 8,597 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 7,074 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 70,425 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 70,617 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 70,425 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 70,362 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 70,309 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 70,092 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 70,040 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 69,993 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 69,949 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 69,868 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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GDZ 9055 is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 GDZ 9055, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GDZ 9055?

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What year was GDZ 9055 registered?

GDZ 9055 is a 1989 Austin Mini Thirty, first registered on 19 September 1989.

Is GDZ 9055 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDZ 9055 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GDZ 9055 have outstanding finance?

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