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B506 PWD

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

2,941 mi
Last recorded2,941 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB506 PWD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 2,941 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Outer grease points on ball joints dry

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

underside undersealed

Fail 5 May 2022 2,941 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

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

Front Outer grease points on ball joints dry

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

underside undersealed

Pass 9 Jan 2018 2,702 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 23,547 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 1,950 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 16,485 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 11,611 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 922 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 99,747 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 98,584 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 97,788 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 96,465 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 94,159 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 91,568 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 88,687 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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B506 PWD is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 B506 PWD, 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.

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What year was B506 PWD registered?

B506 PWD is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 15 February 1985.

Is B506 PWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B506 PWD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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