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

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75.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.1%

vs Austin Avg

3

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Austin Mini Thirty — MOT Reliability Overview

The Austin Mini Thirty 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 Thirty on the road.

The most common reasons a Austin Mini Thirty fails its MOT are emissions levels exceed default limits, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Mini Thirty 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 Thirty, 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 Thirty performs at MOT across different model years.

1990

Based on 67 vehicles

77.6%Good
Austin average: 78.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

4.3%

1989

Based on 836 vehicles

72.5%Average
Austin average: 78.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

22.0%

0

Based on 313 vehicles

77.3%Good
Austin average: 78.9%
Mileage at 5yr

56k mi

Top MOT Failures — Austin Mini Thirty

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

1

Emissions levels exceed default limits

4.8%
2

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.1%
3

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.9%
4

An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.4%
5

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

2.2%
Austin Mini Thirty Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Offside

9.0%

Offside

9.0%

Rear

6.0%

Other Austin Models

Compare MOT reliability across Austin models.

Austin Moke

69.4% pass rate

Austin 1100

93.3% pass rate

Austin Mini Cooper S

92.5% pass rate

Austin Mini 1000 City E

70.9% pass rate

Austin Mini Thirty Auto

71.4% pass rate

Austin Mini Chelsea

71.7% 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 Mini Thirty

Austin Mini Thirty — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Austin Mini Thirty MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Austin Mini Thirty?
The average MOT pass rate for the Austin Mini Thirty 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 Thirty?
The most common MOT failures on the Austin Mini Thirty are: Emissions levels exceed default limits (4.8%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.1%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (2.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Austin Mini Thirty reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 75.8%, the Austin Mini Thirty 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 Thirty?
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 Thirty?
Typical mileage for the Austin Mini Thirty: 56,481 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Mini Thirty to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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