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A521 GLF

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,588 mi
Last recorded94,588 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA521 GLF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 94,588 miles

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)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 89,263 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 89,094 miles

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)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 75,958 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 73,196 miles

Oil leak

some corrosion to underbody in places

Pass 22 Feb 2013 72,725 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

early signs of corrosion to offside outer sill

exhaust down pipe very close to driveshaft

Fail 12 Dec 2011 71,933 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 71,933 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front subframe mountings are starting to split

Pass 10 Dec 2010 69,808 miles

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?

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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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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