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ADY 284D

1984 Austin Mini 25

White Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

12,607 mi
Last recorded12,607 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 2553,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADY 284D
MakeAustin
ModelMini 25
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 12,607 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 9,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2025 9,518 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 7,978 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 6,862 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 6,194 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 5,892 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 5,135 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 4,343 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 4,268 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 4,250 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 4,248 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both incorrect colour (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 3,914 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 3,914 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 3,148 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 1,391 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 1,102 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 714 miles

slight movement in column

Pass 15 Feb 2012 657 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 656 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

slight movement in steering column

Pass 15 Mar 2011 519 miles

Headlamp beam [atterns weak....Front indicators faded....Trims missing from both lower side seams

Fail 15 Mar 2011 519 miles

Headlamp beam [atterns weak....Front indicators faded....Trims missing from both lower side seams

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 390 miles

hc tested at 2000 rpm

Pass 18 Mar 2009 176 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 176 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

h c tested at 2000 rpm

Pass 10 Jan 2008 192 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 192 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 5 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 4 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Clutch pipe starting to rub on brake pipe under bonnet

Main battery positive cable is very close to exhaust

N/s/f outer cv boot grease covered and may be leaking

Side to side movement in handbrake

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 25?

Based on 3,804 MOT tests across 440 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
648
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 210
Steering rack gaiter split 180
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 162
fog lamp not working 154
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ADY 284D is a 1984 Austin Mini 25 in White with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 53,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 25 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ADY 284D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 25 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Mini 25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ADY 284D is a 1984 Austin Mini 25, first registered on 30 December 1984.

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