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ABZ 4593

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,723 mi
Last recorded54,723 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABZ 4593
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 54,723 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 54,540 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 54,515 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 54,458 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2022 54,407 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 54,311 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 54,085 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 53,914 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 53,649 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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ABZ 4593 is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 51,029 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 ABZ 4593, 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 39 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 ABZ 4593?

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What year was ABZ 4593 registered?

ABZ 4593 is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 23 September 1987.

Is ABZ 4593 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABZ 4593 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ABZ 4593 have outstanding finance?

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