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C916 HMJ

1986 Austin Mini Mayfair

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair53,390 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC916 HMJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2013
Fail 2 May 2013

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 19,592 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 18,245 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 17,969 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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C916 HMJ is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C916 HMJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C916 HMJ?

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What year was C916 HMJ registered?

C916 HMJ is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 26 March 1986.

Is C916 HMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C916 HMJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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