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OAP 615

1986 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,004 mi
Last recorded1,004 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair53,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAP 615
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 1,004 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 612 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 382 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 135 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 3 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 38,956 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 38,927 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 38,927 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Near side washer jet blocked

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 38,920 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 38,844 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 38,835 miles

offside front tyre slightly cracked on dide wall

Fail 5 Sep 2008 38,835 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

offside front tyre slightly cracked on dide wall

Fail 12 Jul 2007 38,749 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 38,749 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 38,696 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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OAP 615 is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 53,390 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 OAP 615, 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 40 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 OAP 615 registered?

OAP 615 is a 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is OAP 615 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAP 615 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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