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MTC 820C

1965 Morris Mini Cooper S

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,861 mi
Last recorded47,861 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1965 Morris Mini Cooper S34,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTC 820C
MakeMorris
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2025 47,861 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 47,855 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 47,742 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 47,571 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 47,509 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 47,130 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 46,667 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 46,013 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 44,921 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,162 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 92
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 66
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 55
Stop lamp not working 55
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MTC 820C is a 1965 Morris Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Morris Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 34,916 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MTC 820C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MTC 820C?

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What year was MTC 820C registered?

MTC 820C is a 1965 Morris Mini Cooper S, first registered on 12 April 1965.

Is MTC 820C safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTC 820C shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MTC 820C have outstanding finance?

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