Mini GT (2017)
2017 Mini GT
CarHunch analysed 314 real MOT records for the 2017 Mini GT. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 MINI GT is reliably passing its MOTs at 90.3%, well ahead of the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects show up in only 17.2% of vehicles tested—low enough that it shouldn't be a major buyer concern. This suggests the GT is fundamentally sound, with petrol examples maintaining that strong 90.1% pass rate across 308 vehicles.
These cars are running at a sensible 33,221 miles median for their age, and while they average 0.65 failures per test, the 4.1 advisories suggest minor wear rather than serious structural problems. When you're shopping, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on those advisory areas—suspension, brakes, and trim—rather than worrying about imminent mechanical failure.
What to check before buying a 2017 Mini GT
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 308 | 90.1% | 0.66 |
| Other (2%) | 6 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Mini GT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Mini GT vehicles fall between 24,871 and 42,816 miles.
2017 Mini GT — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 287 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Mini GT
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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37.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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15.9%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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14%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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12.1%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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11.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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10.3%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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10%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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