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F187 VRL

1989 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,683 mi
Last recorded15,683 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair58,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF187 VRL
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 15,683 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 15,499 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 14,904 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 13,876 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 12,794 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 11,449 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 11,084 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 9,580 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 7,817 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 5,742 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 4,663 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 2,263 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 3 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 75,763 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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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F187 VRL is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F187 VRL, 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 F187 VRL?

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What year was F187 VRL registered?

F187 VRL is a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 10 February 1989.

Is F187 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F187 VRL shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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