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B922 XHG

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,812 mi
Last recorded56,812 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB922 XHG
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 56,812 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 56,811 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 56,787 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 56,745 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 56,698 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 56,698 miles

Nearside Front Inner Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 56,571 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 54,446 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 54,438 miles

both B posts have light corrosion

both front subframe mountings are deteriorating

rear vallance has corrosion present inner and outer but not considered exessive

Fail 31 Jan 2014 54,438 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

both front subframe mountings are deteriorating

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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B922 XHG is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B922 XHG, 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 B922 XHG registered?

B922 XHG is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 January 1985.

Is B922 XHG safe to buy?

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