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Austin Mini Thirty

Red · Petrol · 1989 · 998 cc

G344 XLEMOT history

G344 XLE is a red petrol Austin Mini Thirty first used on 9 Sept 1989. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 75,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

G344 XLE red Austin MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2026
Mileage
75,575 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G344 XLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Austin
Model
Mini Thirty
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
9 Sept 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

G344 XLE was last recorded at 75,575 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Mar 2019: 72,730 miles, lower than 89,810 miles on 21 Mar 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
75,036 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
539 miles
Average per year
876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,575 miles
  • 2025 – 75,036 miles
  • 2019 – 72,732 miles
  • 2018 – 89,810 miles
  • 2017 – 67,595 miles
  • 2015 – 66,774 miles
  • 2014 – 66,124 miles
  • 2013 – 65,084 miles
  • 2012 – 63,979 miles
  • 2011 – 62,750 miles
  • 2010 – 61,430 miles
  • 2009 – 60,206 miles
  • 2008 – 58,958 miles
  • 2007 – 58,414 miles
  • 2006 – 57,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail75,575 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan near sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill bottom of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan near subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulk hear behind sub frame both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan near sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front door is in poor condition

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight play in off side rear radius arm bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both subframes rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Corrosion to offside rear inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail75,575 miles (+539)1 dangerous7 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,575 miles
    Test number
    124775583639
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan near sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill bottom of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan near subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulk hear behind sub frame both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan near sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door is in poor condition

  2. Pass75,036 miles (+2,304)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,036 miles
    Test number
    111492788977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,732 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,732 miles
    Test number
    793638228505
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight play in off side rear radius arm bearing

  4. Fail72,730 miles (-17,080)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,730 miles
    Test number
    483079772988
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure front subframe REAR rubber mounts detached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight play in off side rear radius arm bearing

  5. Pass89,810 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,810 miles
    Test number
    436555134426
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket to gearbox bolt loose
    • AdvisoryFront grille loose
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  6. Fail89,810 miles (+22,215)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,810 miles
    Test number
    231698348527
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket to gearbox bolt loose
    • AdvisoryFront grille loose
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  7. Pass67,595 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,595 miles
    Test number
    133189961144
    • AdvisoryBoth subframes rusty
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to floor pans
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear wheel bearing

  8. Fail67,592 miles (+818)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,592 miles
    Test number
    931749899737
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth subframes rusty
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to floor pans
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear wheel bearing

  9. Pass66,774 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    763804629409
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear floor pans
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake back plate loose
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator dim

  10. Fail66,772 miles (+648)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,772 miles
    Test number
    156078581700
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear floor pans
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake back plate loose
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator dim

  11. Pass66,124 miles (+1,040)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,124 miles
    Test number
    239707704386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to rear floor
    • NoteCorrosion to rear subframe
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged

  12. Pass65,084 miles (+1,105)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    65,084 miles
    Test number
    637289013302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to inner sills
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteSlight corrosion to nearside rear brake pipe
    • NoteSlight play nearside rear radius arm bearing

  13. Pass63,979 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,979 miles
    Test number
    988445502366
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCorrosion to all floor pan's / bulk head / boot
    • NoteCorrosion to both front inner wheel arche's
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteFront sub frame corrided
    • NoteNearside front seat missing

  14. Fail63,978 miles (+1,228)3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,978 miles
    Test number
    749085202306
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCorrosion to all floor pan's / bulk head / boot
    • NoteCorrosion to both front inner wheel arche's
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteFront sub frame corrided
    • NoteNearside front seat missing

  15. Pass62,750 miles (+1)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    62,750 miles
    Test number
    765959311305
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCorrosion in the offside front upper area of inner wheel arch
    • NoteFront subframe rubber mounts worn slightly
    • NoteOffside rear sill at around subframe mount corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear steel brake pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion to floor pans
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front bulk head

  16. Fail62,749 miles (+1,319)3 failures2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,749 miles
    Test number
    138788511350
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCorrosion in the offside front upper area of inner wheel arch
    • NoteFront subframe rubber mounts worn slightly
    • NoteOffside rear sill at around subframe mount corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear steel brake pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion to floor pans
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front bulk head

  17. Pass61,430 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    793323120303
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroded

  18. Fail61,430 miles (+2)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    144853220340
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail61,428 miles (+1,222)2 dangerous6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,428 miles
    Test number
    500420020335
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroded

  20. Pass60,206 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,206 miles
    Test number
    414664399174
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • NoteNearside front floor corroded.
    • NoteNearside sill corroded.
    • NoteRear subframe untreated and starting to rust.
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheelbearings.

  21. Fail60,205 miles (+1,247)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,205 miles
    Test number
    201414399146
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • NoteNearside front floor corroded.
    • NoteNearside sill corroded.
    • NoteRear subframe untreated and starting to rust.
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheelbearings.

  22. Pass58,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,958 miles
    Test number
    592940348136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,958 miles (+544)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,958 miles
    Test number
    544020848184
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass58,414 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,414 miles
    Test number
    460020377153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,775 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,775 miles
    Test number
    184698356101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about G344 XLE

Does G344 XLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G344 XLE expired on 14 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G344 XLE?
The MOT on G344 XLE expired on 14 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G344 XLE done?
G344 XLE was recorded at 75,575 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 876 miles a year.
Has G344 XLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G344 XLE has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on G344 XLE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on G344 XLE find?
G344 XLE failed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan near sub frame mount, and 14 more.

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