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VIJ 4273

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,328 mi
Last recorded55,328 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto36,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIJ 4273
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair Auto
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 55,328 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 55,309 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 74,703 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Mayfair Auto?

Based on 8,014 MOT tests across 937 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 613
Steering rack gaiter split 578
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 445
fog lamp not working 421
brake recording little or no effort 334
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VIJ 4273 is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 36,920 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Mayfair Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIJ 4273, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Mayfair Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of VIJ 4273?

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What year was VIJ 4273 registered?

VIJ 4273 is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Auto, first registered on 6 October 1985.

Is VIJ 4273 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIJ 4273 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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