Fantic Motor Unknown (1989)
1989 Fantic Motor Unknown
CarHunch analysed 137 real MOT records for the 1989 Fantic Motor Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1989 Fantic Motor has a 70% first-time MOT pass rate, which sits 10 percentage points below the UK average of 80%—a meaningful gap that suggests these machines are more likely to arrive at the test needing work. The good news is that none of the 137 vehicles analysed recorded a dangerous defect, so safety failures aren't the problem here.
The median mileage of just 10,166 miles tells you these are lightly used, likely stored vehicles rather than regularly driven classics, which explains why they're averaging zero failures and zero advisories per test. If you're considering one, the modest pass rate probably reflects age-related issues rather than chronic mechanical problems—get a pre-purchase inspection focused on fuel system, electrics, and seals, since low mileage can hide deterioration from sitting.
What to check before buying a 1989 Fantic Motor Unknown
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1989 Fantic Motor Unknown vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1989 Fantic Motor Unknown vehicles fall between 10,166 and 10,166 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1989 Fantic Motor Unknown
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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66.7%
Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive
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66.7%
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored
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66.7%
day time use only
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33.3%
Front Steering lock stop missing
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33.3%
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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33.3%
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
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33.3%
no lights fitted at time of test
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33.3%
no lights fitted at time off test
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1989. Counts include advisories and failures.
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