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D821 YMV

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

White Petrol 1830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

115,619 mi
Last recorded115,619 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD821 YMV
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,830cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 115,619 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 115,611 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive even at 2000rpm its high 1436ppm vol (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low remove rim so I can adjust (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing split pin missing from ball joint (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high remove rim so I can adjust (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on not working (8.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 114,760 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 112,960 miles

Oil leak

extensively modified vehicle

Fail 24 Mar 2006 5,680 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside 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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D821 YMV is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in White with a 1,830cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 D821 YMV, 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 D821 YMV registered?

D821 YMV is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 22 January 1987.

Is D821 YMV safe to buy?

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