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C230 KBW

1986 Austin Mini Mayfair

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,236 mi
Last recorded42,236 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair53,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC230 KBW
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 42,236 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 40,374 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 38,383 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 38,228 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 38,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged crackijg (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 38,128 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 38,067 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 38,005 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,909 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 37,724 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 37,356 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 37,329 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 37,326 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 36,242 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

The body area around the petrol filler cap is corroding.

The brakes on this car are quite corroded and it is a little bit tight to rotate the wheels.

windscreen wipers are not in good condition.

Pass 28 May 2010 36,169 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 36,147 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

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

Rust hole in off side outer sill not within prescribed area.

Some corrosion around petrol filler cap area and nearside rear window.

Pass 22 May 2009 36,092 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 May 2008 36,046 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 36,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 May 2007 35,845 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 35,845 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 35,127 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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C230 KBW is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 53,390 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 C230 KBW, 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 40 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C230 KBW is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 9 July 1986.

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