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A725 LKP

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,920 mi
Last recorded37,920 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA725 LKP
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 37,920 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 36,496 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 35,393 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 34,646 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 31,375 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 50,002 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 50,002 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 20 Sep 2013 50,006 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 50,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2012 50,001 miles

exhaust front pipe blowing slightly

slight view restriction on windscreen(heating element)

Pass 20 May 2011 50,002 miles

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 20 May 2010 47,957 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 45,702 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 37,383 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 28,921 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 16,347 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 16,347 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit damaged and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

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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A725 LKP is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 A725 LKP, 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 A725 LKP registered?

A725 LKP is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 22 September 1983.

Is A725 LKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A725 LKP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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