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MOS 515

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,176 mi
Last recorded5,176 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOS 515
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 5,176 miles
Pass 15 May 2025
Pass 8 Mar 2023 4,833 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 4,685 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 4,456 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017
Pass 6 Jun 2016
Pass 11 Jun 2015
Pass 16 Apr 2011 143 miles
Pass 10 May 2009 6 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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MOS 515 is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MOS 515, 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

How do I check the history of MOS 515?

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What year was MOS 515 registered?

MOS 515 is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 23 March 1987.

Is MOS 515 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOS 515 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MOS 515 have outstanding finance?

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