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UAR 698Y

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,205 mi
Last recorded25,205 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAR 698Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 25,205 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 25,195 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 25,173 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 25,145 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 24,854 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 24,060 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 23,937 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 22,654 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 20,704 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 20,704 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2005 12,640 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2005 12,634 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp obscured more than 50% (1.3.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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UAR 698Y is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UAR 698Y, 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

How do I check the history of UAR 698Y?

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What year was UAR 698Y registered?

UAR 698Y is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 18 April 1983.

Is UAR 698Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAR 698Y shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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