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IDZ 848

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,150 mi
Last recorded17,150 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIDZ 848
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 17,150 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 17,100 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 16,996 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 16,920 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 16,630 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 16,360 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 16,360 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair?

Based on 51,788 MOT tests across 5,975 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
705
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,606
Steering rack gaiter split 3,328
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 3,132
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,591
fog lamp not working 2,585
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IDZ 848 is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 58,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Mayfair fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying IDZ 848, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IDZ 848?

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What year was IDZ 848 registered?

IDZ 848 is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 14 March 1989.

Is IDZ 848 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IDZ 848 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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