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C231 MUX

1986 Austin Mini Mayfair

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,493 mi
Last recorded91,493 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair53,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC231 MUX
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 91,493 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 7,880 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 6,544 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 6,540 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

12" wheels on front. 10" wheels on rear.

front brake discs slightly corroded

wiring problem when bonnett opened, all lights do not work correctly when bonnett replaced.

Pass 30 Jun 2008 4,540 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 548 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 94,325 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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C231 MUX is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C231 MUX, 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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What year was C231 MUX registered?

C231 MUX is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 3 April 1986.

Is C231 MUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C231 MUX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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