Mini Gt
From 989 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 18 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 18 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 12 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 9 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 4 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 3 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 3 |
| wiper blade defective | 2 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
Mini Gt on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 12 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 12. At this rate, roughly 50.7 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 596 | 12 | +0 | -7 | -7 |
| 2025 Q2 | 604 | 11 | +0 | -0 | +0 |
| 2025 Q1 | 603 | 12 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2024 Q4 | 608 | 9 | +0 | -3 | -3 |
| 2024 Q3 | 612 | 8 | +1 | -0 | +5 |
| 2024 Q2 | 609 | 6 | +0 | -7 | -7 |
| 2024 Q1 | 617 | 5 | +0 | -0 | +1 |
| 2023 Q4 | 615 | 6 | +0 | -0 | +0 |
2 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gt | Petrol | 533 | 89% |
| Gt Auto | Petrol | 63 | 11% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 92.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber |
| 2017 | 90.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gts tested had between 25,969 and 51,811 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 38,009 median miles, the Gt has 0.023 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Mini models
| Mini Mini | 71.5% |
| Mini Cooper | 87% |
| Mini Cooper S | 88.5% |
| Mini Countryman | 88.5% |
| Mini One | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Mini Gt MOT pass rate?
The Mini Gt has a 91.4% MOT pass rate based on 989 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mini Gt?
The most common MOT failure on the Mini Gt is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
How many Mini Gts are on UK roads?
There are 596 Mini Gts currently licensed on UK roads, with 12 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Mini Gt at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mini Gt is 38,009 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 25,969 and 51,811 miles.
Buying a used Gt?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.