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D817 NJO

1986 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,894 mi
Last recorded75,894 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair53,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD817 NJO
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 75,894 miles

heavy corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 2 Jul 2025 75,868 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 75,866 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 75,803 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 75,800 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2023 75,548 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 75,106 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 74,811 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 74,339 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 74,122 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 73,902 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 72,614 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 72,067 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 71,225 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 70,748 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 70,748 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 70,040 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 69,167 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 66,707 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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D817 NJO is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 D817 NJO, 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 D817 NJO registered?

D817 NJO is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 11 November 1986.

Is D817 NJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D817 NJO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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