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PLM 309L

1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT67,135 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLM 309L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025
Pass 20 Mar 2024
Pass 1 May 2021
Fail 1 May 2021

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2019
Pass 5 Jun 2017
Pass 6 Jul 2013
Pass 21 Jul 2012
Pass 16 Jun 2011
Pass 13 Jun 2009
Pass 15 Aug 2007

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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PLM 309L is a 1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 PLM 309L, 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.

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How do I check the history of PLM 309L?

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What year was PLM 309L registered?

PLM 309L is a 1973 Austin Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 8 June 1973.

Is PLM 309L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLM 309L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLM 309L have outstanding finance?

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