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F24 GGN

1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,736 mi
Last recorded37,736 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2007
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame60,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF24 GGN
MakeAustin
ModelMini Racing Flame
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2007 37,736 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front & rear subframes corroded

steering arms corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2007 37,730 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front & rear subframes corroded

n/s/f inner arch holed outside prescribed area

o/s/f inner arch holed outside prescribed area

o/s/f outer sill holed outside prescribed area

steering arms corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2006 36,050 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 35,495 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 35,495 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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F24 GGN is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F24 GGN, 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 F24 GGN registered?

F24 GGN is a 1989 Austin Mini Racing Flame, first registered on 24 February 1989.

Is F24 GGN safe to buy?

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