CarVerify

Free Car Check

C754 FHJ

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Orange Petrol 1380cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

7,869 mi
Last recorded7,869 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC754 FHJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 7,869 miles

General underbody corrosion

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 5 Dec 2022

General corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Only drivers seat present at time of test

Vehicle has had welding repairs covered

Vehicle heavily modified for track use

Pass 4 Jan 2022

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 2,852 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 22 miles

floor corroded but not holed

Fail 4 Apr 2018 22 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

floor corroded but not holed

Pass 10 May 2014 20,889 miles

Oil leak

under body weak

Fail 3 May 2014 20,881 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

under body weak

Pass 12 May 2012 20,557 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 20,249 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 19,594 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 19,131 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 17,868 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 17,868 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 16,448 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2007 16,405 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2005 15,134 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
Full Austin Mini Mayfair reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C754 FHJ is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Orange with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 C754 FHJ, 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

How do I check the history of C754 FHJ?

You can check the full history of C754 FHJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C754 FHJ registered?

C754 FHJ is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 5 August 1985.

Is C754 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C754 FHJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C754 FHJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C754 FHJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.