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MFW 956F

1968 Morris Mini 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

63,122 mi
Last recorded63,122 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1968 Morris Mini 100048,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFW 956F
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 63,122 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 62,947 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 62,884 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 62,617 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 May 2021 62,510 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 62,466 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 62,275 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 62,275 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 62,176 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 61,958 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 61,842 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 61,070 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 60,997 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 60,731 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 60,640 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 60,375 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 60,036 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 May 2009 59,584 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 59,492 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 59,420 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 58,840 miles

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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MFW 956F is a 1968 Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 MFW 956F, 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

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What year was MFW 956F registered?

MFW 956F is a 1968 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 11 March 1968.

Is MFW 956F safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFW 956F shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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