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BLT 156Y

1982 Austin Mini Mayfair

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,921 mi
Last recorded8,921 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair50,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLT 156Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 8,921 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 8,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Underneath covered in underseal

Pass 2 Aug 2013 8,237 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 8,043 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 6,555 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 3,525 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 18 miles

hand brake bordering insufficient reserve travel

Fail 29 Jun 2009 18 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

hand brake bordering insufficient reserve travel

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 18 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2008 18 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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BLT 156Y is a 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BLT 156Y, 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 BLT 156Y registered?

BLT 156Y is a 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 1 November 1982.

Is BLT 156Y safe to buy?

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