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B15 EYA

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,974 mi
Last recorded95,974 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 EYA
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 95,974 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 91,926 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 91,042 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 90,695 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 87,201 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 82,852 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 80,479 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 75,633 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 75,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 75,610 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 71,173 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 67,411 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 64,080 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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B15 EYA is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 B15 EYA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B15 EYA registered?

B15 EYA is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B15 EYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B15 EYA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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