1986 Austin MINI Mayfair 1.0L Petrol · D917 GFX

The 1986 Austin Mini Mayfair presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 23 February 2026 at 9,216 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior pass on 12 March 2024 at 8,967 miles also showed a clean sheet. The failed entry logged on 12 March 2024 carries the same mileage and no defects recorded, indicating an administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Across the five-year span the vehicle has avoided any recorded advisories or failures tied to wear. Recorded mileage sits at 9,216 miles against roughly 40 years of age, an average of about 230 miles per year. The DVSA data shows 7,847 miles on 10 September 2021, rising to 8,609 by 16 November 2022, then 8,967 by March 2024, and 9,216 by February 2026. Gaps between tests reach up to seventeen months, and annual accumulation stays under 400 miles throughout. Such low, steady figures point to minimal use and likely long static periods rather than active wear on drivetrain or consumables. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity in person given the vehicle's age. The MOT history flags no corrosion, suspension bushes, or brake defects, but standing time invites hidden rust on sills, subframes, and floor pans that a test bay may miss if superficially sound. Check coil springs and brake discs for pitting from inactivity. Verify the 12 March 2024 failure cause with DVLA paperwork despite the zero-defect record. Confirm tyres, wiper blades, and fluid condition before road use, as these consumables degrade with age regardless of the clean MOT trail.