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A887 TBP

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,234 mi
Last recorded31,234 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2022
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA887 TBP
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2022 31,234 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 31,080 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 30,788 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 29,966 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 29,951 miles

Fuel pipe leaking Rubber hose near fuel pump (7.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 May 2017 29,534 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 29,501 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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A887 TBP is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A887 TBP, 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 A887 TBP registered?

A887 TBP is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A887 TBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A887 TBP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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