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A920 RTC

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,888 mi
Last recorded89,888 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2011
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA920 RTC
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2011 89,888 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

steering wheel feels slightly loose

Pass 19 Aug 2010 89,320 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 87,817 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 87,793 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2008 85,311 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 85,311 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 81,726 miles

advise both front iner cv boots insecure

advise diff noisey

Fail 18 Aug 2007 81,718 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

advise alternator bolt loose

advise both front inner c,v, boots insecure

advise diff noisey

Pass 3 Dec 2005 79,112 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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A920 RTC is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A920 RTC, 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 A920 RTC registered?

A920 RTC is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 August 1983.

Is A920 RTC safe to buy?

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