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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt. Check any Mini 1275 Gt by registration number below.

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80.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.6%

vs Austin Morris Avg

3

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt — MOT Reliability Overview

The Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt has an average MOT pass rate of 80.8%, which is 0.6 percentage points below the Austin Morris brand average of 81.4%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Mini 1275 Gt is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt performs at MOT across different model years.

1980

Based on 31 vehicles

77.4%Good
Austin Morris average: 81.4%
Retest Rate

15.8%

1979

Based on 35 vehicles

85.7%Excellent
Austin Morris average: 81.4%
Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

10.0%

0

Based on 34 vehicles

79.4%Good
Austin Morris average: 81.4%
Mileage at 5yr

54k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear

6.5%

Front Offside

6.5%

Front Nearside

6.5%

Other Austin Morris Models

Compare MOT reliability across Austin Morris models.

Austin Morris Mini Clubman

76.2% pass rate

Austin Morris Mini 95l

88.4% pass rate

Austin Morris Mini Hl

77.8% pass rate

Austin Morris Mini City

76.5% pass rate

Austin Morris Mini 850 Super

86.7% pass rate

Austin Morris Mini Special

92.9% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt

Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt?
The average MOT pass rate for the Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt is 80.8% compared to the Austin Morris average of 81.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 80.8%, the Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt?
Typical mileage for the Austin Morris Mini 1275 Gt: 53,558 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Mini 1275 Gt to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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