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Morris Minor 1000

Grey · Petrol · 1963 · 948 cc

TCY 142MOT history

TCY 142 is a grey petrol Morris Minor 1000 first used on 5 Jul 1963. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 30,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
30,596 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TCY 142
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor 1000
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
5 Jul 1963
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

TCY 142 was last recorded at 30,596 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Sept 2009: 4,475 miles, lower than 44,570 miles on 26 Sept 2009.
  • 14 Sept 2020: 29,130 miles, lower than 29,818 miles on 11 Sept 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
30,263 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
333 miles
Average per year
1,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 30,596 miles
  • 2024 – 30,263 miles
  • 2023 – 30,081 miles
  • 2022 – 29,803 miles
  • 2021 – 29,358 miles
  • 2020 – 29,130 miles
  • 2019 – 29,818 miles
  • 2018 – 28,522 miles
  • 2017 – 28,271 miles
  • 2016 – 7,625 miles
  • 2015 – 7,273 miles
  • 2014 – 6,755 miles
  • 2013 – 6,239 miles
  • 2012 – 5,707 miles
  • 2011 – 5,386 miles
  • 2010 – 4,835 miles
  • 2009 – 4,475 miles
  • 2008 – 3,951 miles
  • 2007 – 3,231 miles
  • 2006 – 2,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,596 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

35 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,596 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    30,596 miles
    Test number
    622867424964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass30,263 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    30,263 miles
    Test number
    936998592664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass30,081 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    30,081 miles
    Test number
    746420517835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass29,803 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    29,803 miles
    Test number
    811514465405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass29,358 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    543609454293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail29,358 miles (+228)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    986850367101
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass29,130 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    29,130 miles
    Test number
    557002700769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail29,130 miles (-688)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,130 miles
    Test number
    831069521290
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass29,818 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    29,818 miles
    Test number
    691175695645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    28,522 miles
    Test number
    559379902070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail28,522 miles (+251)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,522 miles
    Test number
    556371109847
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass28,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    28,271 miles
    Test number
    234472654252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,271 miles (+20,646)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,271 miles
    Test number
    263833578658
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass7,625 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    7,625 miles
    Test number
    411940112566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail7,625 miles (+352)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,625 miles
    Test number
    787601734517
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass7,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    7,273 miles
    Test number
    604615247540
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail7,273 miles (+518)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,273 miles
    Test number
    366334130355
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureStop lamp not working all three (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass6,755 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    6,755 miles
    Test number
    998423654200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front cracking on tread

  19. Fail6,755 miles (+516)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,755 miles
    Test number
    169262154266
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front cracking on tread

  20. Pass6,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    6,239 miles
    Test number
    767130363248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail6,239 miles (+532)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,239 miles
    Test number
    719710563261
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass5,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    5,707 miles
    Test number
    117276672252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail5,707 miles (+321)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,707 miles
    Test number
    836055172289
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass5,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    5,386 miles
    Test number
    326803161435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail5,386 miles (+551)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,386 miles
    Test number
    576783861223
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass4,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    4,835 miles
    Test number
    712030570245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail4,835 miles (+360)2 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,835 miles
    Test number
    534349650214
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass4,475 miles (-40,095)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    4,475 miles
    Test number
    193951879219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,570 miles (+40,619)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,570 miles
    Test number
    982059469260
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Pass3,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    3,951 miles
    Test number
    193644888210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail3,951 miles (+720)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,951 miles
    Test number
    804945678234
    • DangerousRear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

  32. Pass3,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    3,231 miles
    Test number
    392297677477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail3,231 miles (+567)4 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,231 miles
    Test number
    332497977241
    • DangerousNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  34. Pass2,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    2,664 miles
    Test number
    871578466224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail2,664 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,664 miles
    Test number
    130688266299
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about TCY 142

What vehicle is registration TCY 142 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TCY 142 on a grey petrol Morris Minor 1000 first used on 5 Jul 1963. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TCY 142 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TCY 142 is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on TCY 142?
The MOT on TCY 142 is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TCY 142 done?
TCY 142 was recorded at 30,596 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 1,461 miles a year.
Has TCY 142 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TCY 142 has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on TCY 142 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on TCY 142 find?
TCY 142 passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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