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B196 XRO

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Maroon Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,193 mi
Last recorded16,193 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB196 XRO
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 16,193 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 16,103 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2016 15,883 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2016 15,883 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 15,506 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 13,683 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 9,578 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 4,983 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 1,489 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 1,445 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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B196 XRO is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Maroon with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B196 XRO, 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 B196 XRO registered?

B196 XRO is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 May 1985.

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