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D546 ALF

1986 Austin Mini Mayfair

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,788 mi
Last recorded8,788 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair53,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD546 ALF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 8,788 miles

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security has been undersealed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 8,787 miles

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 8,781 miles

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 8,739 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 8,704 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 8,586 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 8,514 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 8,514 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 8,462 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 8,309 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 7,907 miles

Slight exhaust blow on back box

Slight oil leak

Fail 13 Aug 2011 7,907 miles

Slight exhaust blow on back box

Slight oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 7,724 miles

slight exhaust blow on rear silencer

Pass 29 Jun 2009 7,395 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 6,896 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 4,269 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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D546 ALF is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D546 ALF, 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.

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What year was D546 ALF registered?

D546 ALF is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 30 September 1986.

Is D546 ALF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D546 ALF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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