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C173 DRN

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,183 mi
Last recorded47,183 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC173 DRN
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 47,183 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 47,183 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 47,030 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 47,030 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 46,772 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 46,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 46,091 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 44,432 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 44,432 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 39,776 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 39,301 miles

Oil leak

offside upper sill small corrosive hole

Pass 28 Jul 2006 39,035 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 38,591 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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C173 DRN is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 C173 DRN, 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 C173 DRN registered?

C173 DRN is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C173 DRN safe to buy?

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