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A338 YBL

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,296 mi
Last recorded24,296 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA338 YBL
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 24,296 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 24,051 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively all 4 wheels (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 24,051 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively all 4 wheels (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 24,047 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 24,043 miles

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

Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 6 Jul 2017 24,015 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Jul 2017 24,015 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jun 2016 23,957 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 23,957 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,923 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 23,874 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 23,836 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 23,262 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 23,262 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 23,260 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 23,218 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 23,142 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 22,925 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair?

Based on 51,788 MOT tests across 5,975 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
705
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,606
Steering rack gaiter split 3,328
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 3,132
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,591
fog lamp not working 2,585
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A338 YBL is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 52,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Mayfair fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A338 YBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A338 YBL registered?

A338 YBL is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 2 September 1983.

Is A338 YBL safe to buy?

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