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EIG 1380

1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,508 mi
Last recorded94,508 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame60,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEIG 1380
MakeAustin
ModelMini Racing Flame
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 94,508 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 94,221 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 94,211 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 94,198 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 94,090 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 94,057 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 94,032 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 94,000 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 93,763 miles

engine highly cammed but with in emmision limits

harneses fitted

vehicle indended for racing use,only 1 seat fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2009 93,653 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

cover number plates fitted

engine has high lift cam and hydro carbons are high.

offside rear tyre close to limit.

Fail 22 Feb 2008 93,618 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

co emissions and hc emissions close to limit

Pass 22 Feb 2008 93,618 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

co emissions and hc emissions close to limit

Pass 20 Jan 2007 92,942 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 92,780 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Racing Flame?

Based on 7,572 MOT tests across 764 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
759
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 556
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 551
Steering rack gaiter split 512
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 430
fog lamp not working 356
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EIG 1380 is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 60,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Racing Flame fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 556 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EIG 1380, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was EIG 1380 registered?

EIG 1380 is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame, first registered on 3 March 1989.

Is EIG 1380 safe to buy?

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