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TCE 852K

1972 Morris Mini 1000

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,548 mi
Last recorded85,548 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Morris Mini 100045,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCE 852K
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 85,548 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 85,406 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 85,406 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding locked (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding locked (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 85,336 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 84,994 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 84,605 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 84,425 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 84,273 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 83,249 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 81,751 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 79,862 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 78,652 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 1,045 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,045
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 434
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 314
brake recording little or no effort 312
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 244
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 227
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TCE 852K is a 1972 Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1972 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 45,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 434 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TCE 852K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TCE 852K registered?

TCE 852K is a 1972 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is TCE 852K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCE 852K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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