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F303 TBP

1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,181 mi
Last recorded45,181 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose58,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF303 TBP
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sky Rose
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 45,181 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear rubber mount starting to split (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 45,181 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear rubber mount starting to split (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 43,097 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 40,823 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened Slightly distorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened Distorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fog lamp lens discoloured

Pass 24 Sep 2022 69,199 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 69,193 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2021 67,650 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 66,741 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 66,627 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 66,627 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 66,620 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 66,620 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Sky Rose?

Based on 3,179 MOT tests across 343 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
782
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Steering rack gaiter split 217
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 196
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 179
fog lamp not working 151
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F303 TBP is a 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 58,497 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Sky Rose fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 227 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F303 TBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was F303 TBP registered?

F303 TBP is a 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose, first registered on 5 May 1989.

Is F303 TBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F303 TBP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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