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D168 STU

1987 Austin Mini Mayfair

Gold Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,594 mi
Last recorded37,594 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair51,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD168 STU
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2024 37,594 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 37,504 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 37,389 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 37,367 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 36,472 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 35,395 miles

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Pass 2 May 2017 32,738 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 29,368 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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D168 STU is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 51,029 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 D168 STU, 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 39 years old, this Austin Mini Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D168 STU?

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What year was D168 STU registered?

D168 STU is a 1987 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 30 April 1987.

Is D168 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D168 STU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D168 STU have outstanding finance?

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