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D421 RMA

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

61,338 mi
Last recorded61,338 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD421 RMA
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 61,338 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 60,023 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 58,801 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 57,385 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 55,945 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 54,867 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 53,756 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 52,578 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 51,515 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 50,980 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 50,980 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 50,641 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 50,111 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 49,163 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 48,752 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 47,819 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 46,664 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 45,652 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 44,371 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 43,168 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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D421 RMA is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 51,029 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 D421 RMA, 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 39 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 D421 RMA registered?

D421 RMA is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 12 January 1987.

Is D421 RMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D421 RMA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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