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1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame
MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,087 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
nearside seal has corrosion on it
nearside wiper blade is starting to smear
oil leak coming from engine/gearbox
rear sub frame has slight corrosion on it
How Reliable is the Austin Mini Racing Flame?
Based on 7,572 MOT tests across 764 vehicles.
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F197 LYJ is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 F197 LYJ, 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 F197 LYJ registered?
F197 LYJ is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame, first registered on 5 May 1989.
Is F197 LYJ safe to buy?
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