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KCT 185F

1968 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 1648cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

31,668 mi
Last recorded31,668 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1968 Austin Mini41,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCT 185F
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,648cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 31,668 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 31,078 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 30,626 miles

Offside Rear axle weld getting weak but still secure

Pass 27 May 2023 30,260 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 29,979 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 29,877 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 29,724 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 29,724 miles

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 29,478 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 29,223 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 28,831 miles

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 May 2015 28,526 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 27,766 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 27,059 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 26,332 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 25,846 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 25,846 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 11 May 2010 24,731 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 24,724 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 13 May 2009 23,582 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 23,582 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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KCT 185F is a 1968 Austin Mini in Blue with a 1,648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1968 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 41,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KCT 185F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 58 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KCT 185F registered?

KCT 185F is a 1968 Austin Mini, first registered on 12 February 1968.

Is KCT 185F safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCT 185F shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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