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C247 DFC

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,357 mi
Last recorded28,357 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2015
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto36,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC247 DFC
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair Auto
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2015 28,357 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2015 28,357 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2010 28,210 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 28,210 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair Auto?

Based on 8,014 MOT tests across 937 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 613
Steering rack gaiter split 578
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 445
fog lamp not working 421
brake recording little or no effort 334
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C247 DFC is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 36,920 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Mayfair Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C247 DFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Mayfair Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C247 DFC registered?

C247 DFC is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto, first registered on 6 August 1985.

Is C247 DFC safe to buy?

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