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SIW 2221

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,797 mi
Last recorded9,797 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2012
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIW 2221
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2012 9,797 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 8,377 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 8,056 miles

play in o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 30 Jul 2008 7,657 miles

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 7,657 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 5,712 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 5,711 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 2,634 miles

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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SIW 2221 is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SIW 2221, 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

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What year was SIW 2221 registered?

SIW 2221 is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 23 February 1989.

Is SIW 2221 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIW 2221 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.

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