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LIB 7910

1988 Austin Mini Designer

Black Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,904 mi
Last recorded37,904 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Designer60,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIB 7910
MakeAustin
ModelMini Designer
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 37,904 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 37,749 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 37,668 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 37,649 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 37,330 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 37,221 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 36,354 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 35,553 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Designer?

Based on 4,630 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 473
Steering rack gaiter split 383
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 324
fog lamp not working 268
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 263
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LIB 7910 is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer in Black with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Designer models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 60,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Designer fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LIB 7910, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Designer typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Designer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LIB 7910?

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What year was LIB 7910 registered?

LIB 7910 is a 1988 Austin Mini Designer, first registered on 28 September 1988.

Is LIB 7910 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIB 7910 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LIB 7910 have outstanding finance?

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