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E233 XTT

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,215 mi
Last recorded75,215 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2014
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE233 XTT
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2014 75,215 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 75,209 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Centre Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Centre Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 68,757 miles

vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 18 Sep 2013 68,757 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

vehicle heavily undersealed

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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E233 XTT is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 E233 XTT, 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

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What year was E233 XTT registered?

E233 XTT is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 30 October 1987.

Is E233 XTT safe to buy?

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