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E124 MML

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,888 mi
Last recorded29,888 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE124 MML
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 29,888 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 29,883 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 29,842 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 29,829 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test old rd tax ()

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

Fail 2 Aug 2023 29,829 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test old rd tax ()

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 29,806 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 29,747 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 29,701 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 29,490 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 29,317 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 29,128 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 28,986 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,648 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 28,485 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 28,321 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 28,155 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,897 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 27,720 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 90,579 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 27,076 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 26,415 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2008 26,409 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 25,818 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 25,239 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 25,239 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jun 2005 24,373 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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E124 MML is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 E124 MML, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E124 MML?

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What year was E124 MML registered?

E124 MML is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E124 MML safe to buy?

The MOT history for E124 MML shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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