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HBH 71Y

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

78,564 mi
Last recorded78,564 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto40,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBH 71Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair Auto
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 78,564 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 78,088 miles

advise general corrosion

Fail 20 Jan 2015 78,088 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

advise general corrosion

Pass 27 Nov 2013 77,992 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Nov 2013 77,980 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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HBH 71Y is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 40,205 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 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBH 71Y, 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 43 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HBH 71Y registered?

HBH 71Y is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto, first registered on 3 February 1983.

Is HBH 71Y safe to buy?

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