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GJM 795

1960 Austin Mini

Orange Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,828 mi
Last recorded47,828 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1960 Austin Mini41,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJM 795
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1960
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 47,828 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 47,535 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 46,866 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 46,866 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 46,104 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 46,104 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 44,833 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 44,833 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 42,163 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 40,114 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 40,100 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 40,100 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 40,100 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 40,099 miles

front tyres wearing low

n/s and o/s/f flexy brake hoses chaffing slightly on tie bars on full locks

slight movement in n/s/f upper ball joint

Pass 11 Mar 2011 49,675 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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GJM 795 is a 1960 Austin Mini in Orange with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1960 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 41,274 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJM 795, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 66 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJM 795 registered?

GJM 795 is a 1960 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 July 1960.

Is GJM 795 safe to buy?

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