The road tax status for F526 MNK is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F526 MNK?

The MOT for F526 MNK is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of F526 MNK?

The recorded mileage for F526 MNK is 71,082 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F526 MNK ULEZ compliant?

No, F526 MNK does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1989 Austin MINI 1.3L Petrol · F526 MNK

F526 MNK

1989 Austin MINI (1.3L, petrol). First registered 10 Feb 1989. Recorded mileage 71,082 miles. MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026.

Make & Model: AUSTIN MINI
Year / Origin: 1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 15 Jul 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 71,082 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1989

Engine

1275cc

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F526 MNK Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 12/08/2026
71,082 miles recorded at latest MOT
9 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)

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F526 MNK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 06:50

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Austin Mini (F526 MNK) between April 2006 and August 2026.

The record contains 12 passes and 9 failures.

The most recent test on 12 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Steering (6 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability Bolt loose in sub-frame (5.3.3 (a) (ii)”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5”.

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F526 MNK Mileage History

28/04/200661,275 mi
02/05/200661,275 mi
26/04/200769,093 mi+7,818 mi
03/06/200873,013 mi+3,920 mi
15/05/200974,661 mi+1,648 mi
18/05/200974,661 mi
03/06/201078,807 mi+4,146 mi
07/06/201078,810 mi+3 mi
19/05/201149,183 mi-29,627 mi
19/05/201149,183 mi
21/01/201258,999 mi+9,816 mi
26/01/201259,376 mi+377 mi
06/12/201267,637 mi+8,261 mi
07/12/201267,639 mi+2 mi
31/10/201370,039 mi+2,400 mi
08/04/202370,136 mi+97 mi
02/04/202470,493 mi+357 mi
10/04/202470,501 mi+8 mi
09/07/202570,830 mi+329 mi
17/07/202570,833 mi+3 mi
12/08/202671,082 mi+249 mi

Average of roughly 483 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed

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Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

3 dangerous defects found recently

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