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B176 AHJ

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,103 mi
Last recorded3,103 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB176 AHJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 3,103 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 2,094 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 626 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 99,919 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 98,566 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 96,495 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 94,747 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 92,394 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 89,635 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 89,635 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 81,699 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 72,984 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 72,984 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 63,391 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 55,336 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 48,192 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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B176 AHJ is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B176 AHJ, 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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How do I check the history of B176 AHJ?

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What year was B176 AHJ registered?

B176 AHJ is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 23 January 1985.

Is B176 AHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B176 AHJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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