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HKH 173C

1965 Morris Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,002 mi
Last recorded8,002 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1965 Morris Mini Cooper S34,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKH 173C
MakeMorris
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 8,002 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 7,989 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 767,420 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 7,731 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 7,731 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 7,471 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 7,122 miles

n/s/f and both rear springs become lose when vehicle is jacked

Fail 23 Apr 2012 7,122 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s cv boot insecure but still preventing the ingress of dirt

n/s/f and both rear springs become lose when vehicle is jacked

o/s rear exhaust mount (cotton reel) broken

Pass 17 Mar 2011 5,508 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,162 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 92
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 66
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 55
Stop lamp not working 55
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HKH 173C is a 1965 Morris Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1965 Morris Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 34,916 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HKH 173C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was HKH 173C registered?

HKH 173C is a 1965 Morris Mini Cooper S, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is HKH 173C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKH 173C shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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