MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,588 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearing has slight play both front (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack joint (2.2.A.1b)
Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak
some corrosion to underbody in places
Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
early signs of corrosion to offside outer sill
exhaust down pipe very close to driveshaft
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Oil leak
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
front subframe mountings are starting to split
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
front subframe mountings are starting to split
brake and clutch pedal rubbers are slightly worn
light surface corrosion to underbody in places (parts have been welded)
nearside and offside parking brake cables starting to frey around quadrants (may need attention soon)
slight scratchmarks in windscreen in places
surface corrosion to rear metal brake pipes in places
surface corrosion to rear metal fuel pipes in places
How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair?
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A521 GLF is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 A521 GLF, 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 A521 GLF registered?
A521 GLF is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 October 1983.
Is A521 GLF safe to buy?
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