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DKL 661C

1965 Austin Mini Cooper S

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,378 mi
Last recorded13,378 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S38,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKL 661C
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1965
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 13,378 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 13,041 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 12,783 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 12,055 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 11,609 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

some corrosion in nearside sill panel

Fail 17 Jun 2016 11,609 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

some corrosion in nearside sill panel

Pass 12 Jan 2011 11,133 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 11,133 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 9,228 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,935 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 124
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Stop lamp not working 72
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 64
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
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DKL 661C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S in Grey 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 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 38,353 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 Austin Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DKL 661C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DKL 661C registered?

DKL 661C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 20 May 1965.

Is DKL 661C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKL 661C 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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