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B646 DOF

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

77,559 mi
Last recorded77,559 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB646 DOF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 77,559 miles

Vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 24 May 2023 77,185 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2023 77,178 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid all (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2007 47,942 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 47,942 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 47,282 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 47,262 miles

Lower Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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B646 DOF is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 B646 DOF, 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

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What year was B646 DOF registered?

B646 DOF is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 7 March 1985.

Is B646 DOF safe to buy?

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