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VML 566G

1968 Morris Mini 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,487 mi
Last recorded4,487 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 1968 Morris Mini 100048,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVML 566G
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 4,487 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 3,450 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 3,275 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 3,275 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 3,017 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 2,999 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 21,760 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 21,136 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 7 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

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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VML 566G is a 1968 Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1968 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 48,732 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 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 434 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VML 566G, 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 58 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VML 566G?

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What year was VML 566G registered?

VML 566G is a 1968 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 23 August 1968.

Is VML 566G safe to buy?

The MOT history for VML 566G 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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