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JJN 684L

1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

77,031 mi
Last recorded77,031 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT67,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJN 684L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 77,031 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 76,844 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 76,834 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 76,834 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 76,834 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 76,588 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 76,497 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 75,993 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 75,502 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 75,158 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 74,609 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 74,134 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jan 2012 73,423 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 72,754 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 72,749 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2010 71,543 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

offside door check weak/split

Pass 15 Jan 2009 70,393 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 70,388 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 69,306 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 69,301 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 68,195 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 67,292 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 67,286 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1275 GT?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51
brake recording little or no effort 31
Headlamp aim too low 25
parking brake recording little or no effort 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
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JJN 684L is a 1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 67,135 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 1275 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JJN 684L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1275 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 53 years old, this Austin Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JJN 684L?

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What year was JJN 684L registered?

JJN 684L is a 1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 3 May 1973.

Is JJN 684L safe to buy?

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