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A609 KDG

1984 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,659 mi
Last recorded14,659 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair53,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA609 KDG
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 14,659 miles

Under Trays Fitted

Vehicle Extensively Modified

Fail 13 May 2022 14,652 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Under Trays Fitted

Vehicle Extensively Modified

Pass 1 Nov 2018 80,888 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 80,888 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements obscured by front bumper (0.1 (d))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

both front hazard lights showing white light

Pass 15 May 2017 80,371 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)

Fail 10 May 2017 80,371 miles

Central Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 80,330 miles

osr shocker worn

Fail 20 Apr 2016 80,330 miles

Electrical wiring insecure battery terminal (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

osr shocker worn

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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A609 KDG is a 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 A609 KDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A609 KDG?

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What year was A609 KDG registered?

A609 KDG is a 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 3 May 1984.

Is A609 KDG safe to buy?

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