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B318 WES

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,406 mi
Last recorded47,406 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2014
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB318 WES
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2014 47,406 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 47,406 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2011 45,783 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 42,192 miles

Parking brake passed test but only just.A slight exhaust leak exists at manifold.

This vehicle has had extensive repairs recently.

Fail 28 Feb 2007 42,192 miles

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

Parking brake passed test but only just.A slight exhaust leak exists at manifold.

This vehicle has had extensive repairs recently.

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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B318 WES is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 53,696 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B318 WES, 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 41 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B318 WES?

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What year was B318 WES registered?

B318 WES is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 19 March 1985.

Is B318 WES safe to buy?

The MOT history for B318 WES shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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