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BDX 170Y

1982 Austin Mini Mayfair

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,559 mi
Last recorded75,559 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2015
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair50,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDX 170Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2015 75,559 miles

Front both showing signs of side walls perished

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 73,993 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 73,883 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre cracked

Fail 18 Mar 2013 73,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 13 Mar 2012 73,696 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 73,438 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 73,288 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 73,288 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 73,073 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 72,912 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 72,912 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 8 Mar 2007 723,260 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 723,260 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 72,119 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 72,119 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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BDX 170Y is a 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 50,898 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 BDX 170Y, 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 44 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 BDX 170Y registered?

BDX 170Y is a 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 11 November 1982.

Is BDX 170Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDX 170Y shows 15 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.

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