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FIL 8853

1982 Austin Mini Mayfair

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,121 mi
Last recorded69,121 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair50,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIL 8853
MakeAustin
ModelMini Mayfair
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2018 69,121 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 68,973 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Aug 2016 68,835 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 68,568 miles

oil leak

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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FIL 8853 is a 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FIL 8853, 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 FIL 8853 registered?

FIL 8853 is a 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair, first registered on 18 November 1982.

Is FIL 8853 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIL 8853 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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