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MLN 981L

1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

22,779 mi
Last recorded22,779 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT56,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLN 981L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 22,779 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 22,737 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 22,502 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 22,427 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 22,238 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 21,898 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 21,368 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 19,498 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 18,393 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 16,454 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 14,399 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 11,994 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 9,787 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 6,556 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

SLIGHT ROUGHNESS IN OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING. OFFSIDE DRIVESHAFT U BOLTS LOOSE.

Fail 22 Apr 2009 6,556 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

SLIGHT ROUGHNESS IN OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING. OFFSIDE DRIVESHAFT U BOLTS LOOSE.

Pass 14 May 2008 3,156 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 3,156 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

n/s/f sill corroded

Pass 17 May 2007 99,479 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 97,915 miles

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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MLN 981L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 56,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MLN 981L, 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 54 years old, this Austin Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MLN 981L registered?

MLN 981L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 11 September 1972.

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