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CFY 189C

1965 Austin Mini Cooper S

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,911 mi
Last recorded14,911 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S38,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFY 189C
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 14,911 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 13,338 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 11,457 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 8,812 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 7,370 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 7,347 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2013 5,066 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 3,335 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 1,171 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 1,171 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 61 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 80,716 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,935 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 124
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Stop lamp not working 72
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 64
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
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CFY 189C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 38,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CFY 189C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CFY 189C registered?

CFY 189C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 January 1965.

Is CFY 189C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFY 189C shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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