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A73 ESA

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,288 mi
Last recorded7,288 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA73 ESA
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 7,288 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 7,277 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 7,237 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 7,225 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 7,219 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 7,114 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 6,553 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 6,580 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 6,580 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 6,093 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front driveshaft inner covers split

Pass 29 Apr 2009 6,067 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 6,067 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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A73 ESA is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A73 ESA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A73 ESA registered?

A73 ESA is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 August 1983.

Is A73 ESA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A73 ESA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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