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HVW 780Y

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,046 mi
Last recorded75,046 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVW 780Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 75,046 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Aug 2022 75,044 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jan 2021 67,042 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective lightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced on the sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced across the axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underseal and wax on all of underbody and suspension components

Pass 24 Oct 2006 67,008 miles

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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HVW 780Y is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 52,018 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 HVW 780Y, 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 43 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 HVW 780Y registered?

HVW 780Y is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 7 February 1983.

Is HVW 780Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVW 780Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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