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B558 HBR

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

3,488 mi
Last recorded3,488 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB558 HBR
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 3,488 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 3,488 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 27,103 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 27,103 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play steering coloum top at wheel

Pass 20 Aug 2010 17,509 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 64,416 miles

coolant leak

nearside front door base showing corrosion

Pass 2 Jun 2008 62,619 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 62,598 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

tops of wings & "a" frames showing corrosion

Pass 25 Apr 2007 60,875 miles

slight bad earth on n/s/f headlight . o/s/f slightly slow to operate .slight play o/s/f bottom ball joint . front brake pads slightly worn .

Pass 20 Apr 2006 583,114 miles

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

Offside Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

hanbrake operation slightly slow /

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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B558 HBR is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 B558 HBR, 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 B558 HBR registered?

B558 HBR is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 26 June 1985.

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