MINI COOPER S (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,304 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
1,304
Avg Mileage
17,134 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2022 MINI COOPER S reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MINI brand average of 84%.
At 2 years old, 97% of MINI COOPER Ss from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,304 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 17,134 miles.
How does the 2022 MINI COOPER S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 MINI COOPER S has 17,134 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2022 MINI COOPER S cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MINI COOPER S by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 97% | 1,304 | 17,134 mi |
| 2021 | 93% | 22,000 | 21,733 mi |
| 2020 | 93% | 21,814 | 26,028 mi |
| 2019 | 92% | 33,682 | 31,800 mi |
| 2018 | 92% | 19,933 | 37,784 mi |
| 2017 | 91% | 19,240 | 45,465 mi |
| 2016 | 90% | 18,702 | 52,888 mi |
| 2015 | 89% | 16,363 | 61,373 mi |
| 2014 | 88% | 11,315 | 63,437 mi |
| 2013 | 86% | 4,950 | 68,666 mi |
| 2012 | 85% | 2,450 | 69,335 mi |
| 2011 | 86% | 760 | 74,478 mi |
| 2010 | 79% | 597 | 76,322 mi |
| 2009 | 78% | 641 | 75,827 mi |
| 2008 | 79% | 624 | 88,922 mi |
| 2007 | 81% | 623 | 87,543 mi |
| 2006 | 71% | 446 | 89,871 mi |
| 2005 | 75% | 464 | 92,109 mi |
| 2004 | 76% | 357 | 97,833 mi |
| 2003 | 75% | 314 | 103,971 mi |
| 2002 | 77% | 94 | 100,344 mi |
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About the 2022 MINI COOPER S
The 2022 MINI COOPER S is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 1,304 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 24% of all 2022 cars for reliability.
With an average of 17,134 miles at 2 years old, MINI COOPER S owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2022 MINI COOPER S Fuel Costs
The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 MINI COOPER S?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MINI COOPER S Reliability Trend
Newer MINI COOPER Ss show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 MINI COOPER S
The MINI COOPER S is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-4%) from 52,321 tests
- MERCEDES A (2021) 94% pass rate (-3%) from 37,477 tests
- VOLVO XC40 (2020) 93% pass rate (-4%) from 36,064 tests
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-4%) from 34,513 tests