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E164 MAJ

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

1,095 mi
Last recorded1,095 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE164 MAJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 1,095 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2019 940 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 772 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (clamps) (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 20,109 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 19,978 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 19,512 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 19,491 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 19,265 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 19,265 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 19,265 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 18,594 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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E164 MAJ is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 56,647 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 E164 MAJ, 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 38 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 E164 MAJ registered?

E164 MAJ is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 18 January 1988.

Is E164 MAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E164 MAJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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