Mini GT MOT pass rate and common problems
93.5% of 1,330 Mini GT MOT tests pass.
The GT passes its MOT 93.5% of the time — well above the average across all Mini models, which sits at 83.6%.
The Mini GT passes its MOT 93.5% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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This is the average across every Mini GT in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 94.7% at 3–6 years versus 93.2% at 6–10 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 94.7% | 243 | 39,582 miles |
| 6–10 years | 93.2% | 1,086 | 44,075 miles |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Mini GT
The most common reason the Mini GT fails its MOT is tyres — present in 35.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 35.4% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 28.3% | Too high |
| Visibility | 26.8% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Brakes | 7.9% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.6% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Road Wheels | 0.8% | Fixing missing |
Buying a used Mini GT: what to check
These checks follow the Mini GT’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 35.4% of failed Mini GT MOTs. 3.9% of tests at 6–10 years failed on tyres, against 1.2% at 3–6 years.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 28.3% of failed Mini GT MOTs. 3.0% of tests at 6–10 years failed on lights and electrics, against 1.2% at 3–6 years.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 26.8% of failed Mini GT MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
4. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 11.0% of failed Mini GT MOTs.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
5. Brakes
Recorded in 7.9% of failed Mini GT MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Mini service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Mini models
- Mini Clubman — 86.3% pass rate
- Mini Paceman — 88.5% pass rate
- Mini Cooper D — 78.0% pass rate
- Mini Roadster — 86.8% pass rate
- Mini Cooper SD — 82.3% pass rate
- Mini First — 78.8% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Mini GT?
- 93.5% of Mini GT MOT tests pass, based on 1,330 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Mini GT?
- The most common reason the Mini GT fails its MOT is tyres — present in 35.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Mini GT?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Mini GT are tyres; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers. 3.9% of tests at 6–10 years failed on tyres, against 1.2% at 3–6 years.
- What should I check when buying a used Mini GT?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; exhaust, emissions and leaks; brakes. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Mini GT's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Mini service history guide for how to check and keep one.