1989 Austin MINI Mayfair 1.0L Petrol · G197 CKB

The 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 2 August 2025 at 25,923 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean MOT outcomes across the available history. Recorded mileage sits at 25,923 miles against 37 years of age, an average of roughly 701 miles per year. The DVSA entries show light and consistent use: 22,421 miles on 9 October 2020, 23,739 on 8 April 2022, 24,400 on 20 April 2023, 25,194 on 29 June 2024, and 25,923 on 2 August 2025. A gap exists between the 2020 and 2022 tests of around 18 months, but annual increments stayed below 800 miles throughout. The sparse, clean record gives no evidence of neglected consumables or deferred mechanical work. No advisories or failures appear in the history, so the MOT data alone flags no recurring suspension bushes, brake disc, or corrosion issues. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity in person given the vehicle's age. Check floor pans, subframes, and sills for rust, and verify suspension components and brake calipers operate freely despite low use. Long stationary periods implied by low mileage can allow seized linkages or perished rubber. Confirm the exhaust emissions remain within limits and examine tyres and wiper blades for age-related degradation rather than wear.