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A358 VOM

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

11,170 mi
Last recorded11,170 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA358 VOM
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 11,170 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 11,170 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Feb 2013 11,170 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2012 9,657 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 9,657 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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A358 VOM is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A358 VOM, 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 A358 VOM registered?

A358 VOM is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 20 October 1983.

Is A358 VOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A358 VOM shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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