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MXI 6865

1988 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,943 mi
Last recorded4,943 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair56,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXI 6865
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 4,943 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 49,329 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 4,899 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 4,882 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 4,855 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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MXI 6865 is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 56,647 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 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MXI 6865, 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 38 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 MXI 6865?

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What year was MXI 6865 registered?

MXI 6865 is a 1988 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 5 July 1988.

Is MXI 6865 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXI 6865 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MXI 6865 have outstanding finance?

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