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C505 OTF

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,618 mi
Last recorded83,618 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2007
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC505 OTF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2007 83,618 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 82,328 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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C505 OTF is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C505 OTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C505 OTF registered?

C505 OTF is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 25 October 1985.

Is C505 OTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C505 OTF shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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