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F973 BYD

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,489 mi
Last recorded68,489 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2009
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto40,471 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF973 BYD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair Auto
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2009 68,489 miles

o/s and n/s rear brake readings are low and may need adjustment

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair Auto?

Based on 8,014 MOT tests across 937 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 613
Steering rack gaiter split 578
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 445
fog lamp not working 421
brake recording little or no effort 334
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F973 BYD is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 40,471 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Mayfair Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F973 BYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Mayfair Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F973 BYD registered?

F973 BYD is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto, first registered on 15 August 1988.

Is F973 BYD safe to buy?

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