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DPW 761Y

1982 Austin Mini Mayfair

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,347 mi
Last recorded97,347 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair50,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPW 761Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 97,347 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 96,661 miles

light corrosion to nearside and offside rear

Pass 1 Jul 2019 95,690 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2015 95,678 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

slight noise on offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 3 Mar 2012 91,325 miles

1. Pin hole in offside outer drive shaft gaiter. 2. Slight play in offside front lower ball joint.

Fail 3 Mar 2012 91,319 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

1. Pin hole in offside outer drive shaft gaiter. 2. Slight play in offside front lower ball joint.

Pass 1 Feb 2011 85,933 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 85,933 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 85,755 miles

sticker on windscreen

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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DPW 761Y is a 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DPW 761Y, 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 DPW 761Y registered?

DPW 761Y is a 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 15 December 1982.

Is DPW 761Y safe to buy?

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