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D229 GEC

1986 Austin Mini Mayfair

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,680 mi
Last recorded64,680 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair53,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD229 GEC
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2022 64,680 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 64,673 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 64,668 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 64,661 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 64,655 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 64,648 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 64,633 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 64,569 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 64,508 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 64,504 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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D229 GEC is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D229 GEC, 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 D229 GEC registered?

D229 GEC is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D229 GEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D229 GEC shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D229 GEC have outstanding finance?

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