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SDO 103J

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

1,436 mi
Last recorded1,436 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDO 103J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 1,436 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 1,338 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 1,273 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 1,239 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 1,191 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 1,067 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 785 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 485 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 215 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 215 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 396 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 43,315 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 40,146 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 40,146 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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SDO 103J is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 53,696 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 SDO 103J, 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 41 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 SDO 103J?

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What year was SDO 103J registered?

SDO 103J is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is SDO 103J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDO 103J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDO 103J have outstanding finance?

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