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C209 BYF

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,985 mi
Last recorded52,985 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC209 BYF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 52,985 miles

oil leak

slight corrosion under-body

Fail 15 Feb 2019 52,985 miles

oil leak

slight corrosion under-body

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2008 526,418 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 51,193 miles

near side lower ball joint worn

Pass 20 Feb 2006 50,911 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 50,907 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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C209 BYF is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C209 BYF, 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 C209 BYF registered?

C209 BYF is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C209 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C209 BYF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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