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D894 XPL

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,071 mi
Last recorded17,071 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD894 XPL
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 17,071 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 16,408 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 16,379 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 15,346 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 15,124 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 14,843 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 14,831 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 14,831 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 11,601 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 10,098 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 10,098 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front bumper insecure

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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D894 XPL is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 D894 XPL, 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 D894 XPL registered?

D894 XPL is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 9 January 1987.

Is D894 XPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D894 XPL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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