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A474 GLV

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,107 mi
Last recorded56,107 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA474 GLV
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 56,107 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 54,152 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 50,871 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 50,870 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2013 55,559 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 55,471 miles

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

nearside rack gaiter twisted

Pass 29 Feb 2012 42,623 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 42,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 42,453 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 42,433 miles

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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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A474 GLV is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A474 GLV, 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 A474 GLV registered?

A474 GLV is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A474 GLV safe to buy?

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