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DCO 72C

1965 Austin Mini Cooper

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,699 mi
Last recorded55,699 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 1965 Austin Mini Cooper18,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCO 72C
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2023 55,699 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 55,573 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 55,530 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 55,374 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 55,003 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper?

Based on 4,144 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 150
brake recording little or no effort 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 127
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 88
parking brake recording little or no effort 84
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DCO 72C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Austin Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 18,525 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DCO 72C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 61 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DCO 72C registered?

DCO 72C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 14 April 1965.

Is DCO 72C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCO 72C shows 5 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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