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D993 GPR

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

41,104 mi
Last recorded41,104 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD993 GPR
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 41,104 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Jul 2026 41,102 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 38,112 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess STABILIZER BAR (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2025 38,111 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess STABILIZER BAR (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 35,946 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 22 May 2024 35,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability FRONT NUT LOOSE (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 35,789 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 May 2015 35,012 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 May 2015 35,012 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Mar 2014 34,309 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 34,309 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 33,745 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 33,745 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 32,955 miles

neareside front lower arm inner bushes split and perished

offside front lower arm inner bushes split and perished

offside front top and bottom swivels have play

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 20 Mar 2012 32,955 miles

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

neareside front lower arm inner bushes split and perished

offside front lower arm inner bushes split and perished

offside front top and bottom swivels have play

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Mar 2011 31,856 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 25 Mar 2009 30,334 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 30,334 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 27,780 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 27,780 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 25,947 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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D993 GPR is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 D993 GPR, 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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D993 GPR is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 31 January 1987.

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