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1989 Austin MINI SKY Rose 1.0L Petrol · G656 BPG

G656 BPG

1989 Austin MINI SKY Rose (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1989. Recorded mileage 56,996 miles. MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
AUSTIN MINI SKY ROSE
Year / Origin
1989 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 10 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
56,996 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 10 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1989
Engine
998cc
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G656 BPG Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/06/2026
  • 56,996 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

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G656 BPG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Sept 2026, 05:01
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Austin Mini Sky Rose (G656 BPG) between June 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

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G656 BPG Mileage History

  1. 05/06/202356,367 mi
  2. 23/05/202456,446 mi+79 mi
  3. 16/05/202556,749 mi+303 mi
  4. 12/06/202656,996 mi+247 mi

Average of roughly 208 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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