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D718 STU

1987 Austin Mini Advantage

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,676 mi
Last recorded10,676 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Advantage51,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD718 STU
MakeAustin
ModelMini Advantage
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 10,676 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 10,395 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 9,977 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 9,280 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 8,944 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 8,817 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 6,305 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 6,245 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 6,165 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 6,065 miles

fuel cap seal starting to perish

Pass 5 Jun 2015 5,580 miles

fuel cap seal starting to perish.

nearside washers inop

Fail 4 Jun 2014 5,440 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fuel cap seal starting to perish

nearside washers inoperative

Pass 4 Jun 2014 5,440 miles

fuel cap seal starting to perish

nearside washers inoperative

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Advantage?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 430 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
688
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
430
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 288
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 256
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 250
fog lamp not working 203
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
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D718 STU is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Advantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 51,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Advantage fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D718 STU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Advantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Mini Advantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D718 STU?

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What year was D718 STU registered?

D718 STU is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage, first registered on 12 June 1987.

Is D718 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D718 STU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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