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B259 CMG

1985 Austin Mini Mayfair

Red Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,030 mi
Last recorded139,030 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2007
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair53,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB259 CMG
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2007 139,030 miles

no interior mirror fitted

Fail 24 Oct 2007 139,030 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

no interior mirror fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2007 13,801 miles

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

o/s n/s door mirrors

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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B259 CMG is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair in Red with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B259 CMG, 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 B259 CMG registered?

B259 CMG is a 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 29 May 1985.

Is B259 CMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B259 CMG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B259 CMG have outstanding finance?

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