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953 TMM

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

30,249 mi
Last recorded30,249 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration953 TMM
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 30,249 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 30,242 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 30,199 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 29,919 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 29,919 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 29,525 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 29,525 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 28,709 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 28,281 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 27,923 miles

Wipers slow in operation

Pass 16 Aug 2014 27,803 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 27,714 miles

Slight "play" in o/s rear wheal bearing

Pass 14 Aug 2012 27,450 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 27,158 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 26,833 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 26,602 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 26,241 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 26,075 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 26,075 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 25,736 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

O/S/R tyre has small chunks missing from tread!

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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953 TMM is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 953 TMM, 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.

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What year was 953 TMM registered?

953 TMM is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is 953 TMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 953 TMM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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