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C922 LHK

1986 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

58,850 mi
Last recorded58,850 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair53,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC922 LHK
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 58,850 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 51,175 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 51,175 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 48,524 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 48,524 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working Front & rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 48,305 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 48,305 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 47,062 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 47,054 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 47,045 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 47,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside front tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 7 Feb 2012 46,798 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 46,025 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 45,088 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 43,865 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 43,865 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 42,419 miles

off side rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 7 Feb 2007 41,508 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 39,655 miles

exhaust downpipe insecure but not blowing

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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C922 LHK is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 C922 LHK, 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

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What year was C922 LHK registered?

C922 LHK is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 27 February 1986.

Is C922 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C922 LHK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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