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E276 OWD

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,618 mi
Last recorded41,618 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE276 OWD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 41,618 miles

areas of general corrosion

Pass 3 Nov 2023 41,559 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 41,378 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 41,066 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 41,066 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light both (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 40,718 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 40,439 miles

engine stabiliser worn

Pass 4 Nov 2016 39,122 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 31,175 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 35,160 miles

General surface corrosion to underside of car !!

Pass 24 May 2012 35,117 miles

general surface corrotion on underside of vehicle

Fail 24 May 2012 35,117 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

general surface corrotion on underside of vehicle

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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E276 OWD is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E276 OWD, 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 E276 OWD registered?

E276 OWD is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 21 October 1987.

Is E276 OWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E276 OWD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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