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CPA 807Y

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,067 mi
Last recorded70,067 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPA 807Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 70,067 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 70,050 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 70,024 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 70,024 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 69,885 miles

offside front upper shock bolt snapped

Fail 5 May 2017 69,878 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front engine stabliser loose

offside front upper shock bolt snapped

rear shock lower nuts no locking device

Pass 16 Nov 2005 61,329 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 61,329 miles

Front Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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CPA 807Y is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 52,018 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CPA 807Y, 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 43 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 CPA 807Y registered?

CPA 807Y is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 24 August 1983.

Is CPA 807Y safe to buy?

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