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A459 MNG

1984 Austin Mini Mayfair

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,043 mi
Last recorded87,043 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair53,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA459 MNG
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 87,043 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 86,927 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 45,437 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 50,656 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

areas of vehicle heavily undersealed at time of test

underside corrosion

Fail 23 May 2013 50,636 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

areas of vehicle heavily undersealed at time of test

underside corrosion

Pass 29 May 2012 50,550 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 50,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 50,378 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 50,230 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 50,228 miles

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

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 50,048 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 50,048 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 49,922 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 49,716 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 49,320 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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A459 MNG is a 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 53,158 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 A459 MNG, 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 42 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 A459 MNG registered?

A459 MNG is a 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 22 February 1984.

Is A459 MNG safe to buy?

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