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C842 YBA

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,993 mi
Last recorded79,993 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC842 YBA
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2023 79,993 miles

Nearside 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 May 2013 79,855 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 69,380 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 68,761 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2006 68,623 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

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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C842 YBA is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 C842 YBA, 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.

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What year was C842 YBA registered?

C842 YBA is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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