1966 Austin MINI Moke 0.8L Petrol · LDM 953D

The vehicle presents an exceptional level of roadworthiness, maintaining a consistent record of clean passes over the last decade. The most recent inspection conducted on 30 September 2025 at 53,851 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This trend indicates a highly stable maintenance regime where the previous owners have proactively addressed any mechanical or structural concerns before they could manifest as recorded failures in the DVSA testing environment. The mileage pattern is remarkably low for a sixty-year-old classic, averaging fewer than 900 miles per year. Between September 2011 at 48,132 miles and September 2025 at 53,851 miles, the car covered only 5,719 miles. This extremely low usage suggests the vehicle is stored in a dry environment and used only for fair-weather occasional driving. The interval between tests remains regular, with the exception of a short-gap between two tests in January and October 2021, which does not impact the overall assessment of the vehicle's preserved condition history. Despite the flawless digital record, a buyer must account for the risks associated with low-mileage, older vehicles. Because the car sits for long periods, an inspection should focus on the degradation of rubber-based components such as suspension bushes, brake hoses, and tyre sidewalls which perish and crack regardless of tread depth. The braking system should be checked for seized calipers or corrosion resulting from lack of use. Additionally, the structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans needs a physical verification for hidden rust, as MOT testers often miss surface-level corrosion in areas not easily accessible.