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A761 EAP

1984 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,223 mi
Last recorded24,223 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair53,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA761 EAP
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 24,223 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 24,012 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 23,676 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn teardrop mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight movement lower steering column bush

Pass 9 Apr 2019 23,388 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Reversing lights not working

Fail 6 Apr 2019 23,388 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam Both front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Position lamp not working Both front (4.2.1 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Reversing lights not working

Pass 28 Mar 2018 22,527 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 20,469 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 20,469 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Missing (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Missing (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 18,896 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 18,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

headlamp cover missing

underside of car fully undersealed

Fail 16 Dec 2013 18,796 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

underside of car fully undersealed

Pass 7 Oct 2011 18,640 miles

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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A761 EAP is a 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 A761 EAP, 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.

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What year was A761 EAP registered?

A761 EAP is a 1984 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 4 February 1984.

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