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E703 DBL

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,544 mi
Last recorded52,544 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE703 DBL
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 52,544 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 52,410 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 52,172 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 52,015 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 51,725 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 51,533 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 51,078 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 50,813 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 50,632 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 50,632 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 50,020 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 49,547 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 48,896 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 48,404 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 47,636 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 46,851 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 46,113 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 46,113 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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E703 DBL is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E703 DBL, 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 E703 DBL registered?

E703 DBL is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 25 August 1987.

Is E703 DBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E703 DBL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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