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E16 MOD

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

74,194 mi
Last recorded74,194 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE16 MOD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2022 74,194 miles

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

Emissions not tested Loud and obvious blow, unable to generate reading from emissions analysis machine (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch/ bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Whole outer sill panel excessively corroded and inadequately repaired (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch, rear most (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner door shut/ bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Floor corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Floor corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Whole outer sill panel excessively corroded and inadequately repaired (6.1.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Previous welding repairs evident to underside of vehicle

Whole underside of vehicle coated in underseal. unable to fully inspect for corrosion

Pass 5 Nov 2019 74,087 miles

near side front outer sill corroded

off side front outer sill corroded

oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2018 72,531 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 72,531 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2018 72,522 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak

Pass 17 May 2017 71,298 miles

exhaust SYSTEM CORRODED

oil leak

Fail 12 Apr 2017 71,298 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2016 70,064 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 68,820 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 68,807 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 69,763 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 68,758 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 65,857 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 65,836 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 65,736 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 65,191 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 65,191 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 64,106 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 62,156 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 60,526 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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E16 MOD is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 E16 MOD, 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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E16 MOD is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 26 October 1988.

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