Austin Mini 1000 City E MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Austin Mini 1000 City E. Check any Mini 1000 City E by registration number below.

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75.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.1%

vs Austin Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Austin Mini 1000 City E — MOT Reliability Overview

The Austin Mini 1000 City E has an average MOT pass rate of 75.8%, which is 3.1 percentage points below the Austin brand average of 78.9%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Mini 1000 City E on the road.

The most common reasons a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, emissions levels exceed default limits, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your Mini 1000 City E for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Austin Mini 1000 City E, 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 Mini 1000 City E performs at MOT across different model years.

1989

Based on 511 vehicles

74.6%Average

Austin average: 78.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

21.0%

1988

Based on 484 vehicles

70.9%Average

Austin average: 78.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

16.8%

1987

Based on 445 vehicles

70.1%Average

Austin average: 78.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

17.1%

1986

Based on 337 vehicles

77.7%Good

Austin average: 78.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

15.7%

1985

Based on 345 vehicles

76.2%Good

Austin average: 78.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

18.3%

1984

Based on 204 vehicles

77.5%Good

Austin average: 78.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

16.9%

1983

Based on 129 vehicles

76.0%Good

Austin average: 78.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

17.9%

1982

Based on 49 vehicles

81.6%Good

Austin average: 78.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

11.8%

0

Based on 937 vehicles

77.9%Good

Austin average: 78.9%

Mileage at 5yr

51k mi

Top MOT Failures — Austin Mini 1000 City E

The most common reasons a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

5.5%

Emissions levels exceed default limits

5.2%

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

4.5%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

4.3%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

4.3%

Austin Mini 1000 City E Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

6.5%

Nearside

5.1%

Rear

4.3%

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Useful MOT Guides

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Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for Austin Mini 1000 City E

Austin Mini 1000 City E — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Austin Mini 1000 City E MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

The average MOT pass rate for the Austin Mini 1000 City E is 75.8% compared to the Austin average of 78.9%. 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 Mini 1000 City E?

The most common MOT failures on the Austin Mini 1000 City E are: Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (5.5%), Emissions levels exceed default limits (5.2%), Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (4.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Austin Mini 1000 City E reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 75.8%, the Austin Mini 1000 City E 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 Mini 1000 City E?

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 Mini 1000 City E?

Typical mileage for the Austin Mini 1000 City E: 51,069 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Mini 1000 City E to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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