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A241 VML

1983 Austin Mini Mayfair

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,070 mi
Last recorded66,070 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair52,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA241 VML
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 66,070 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 66,065 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 65,535 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 65,518 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 63,065 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 63,065 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 59,238 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 59,238 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

NSR wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 24 Jun 2011 59,120 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 55,850 miles

nearside rear tyre getting low on edges

offside rear tyre getting low on edges

oil leaks from engine

slight corrosion to rear boot floor

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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A241 VML is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A241 VML, 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

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What year was A241 VML registered?

A241 VML is a 1983 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A241 VML safe to buy?

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