MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A (2010)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 34 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,228

£186/month

MOT Pass Rate

79%

Average

Road Tax

£275

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1598cc Petrol

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79% pass rate, £2,228/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol1598cc16 years old34 tests76k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,228

Per month£186/mo

Per week£43/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

79% MOT pass rate(Average)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the MINI brand average of 84%.

79% of MOT tests on MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4As from 2010 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 14 years old. That's based on 34 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 75,850 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2010 models276th of 558(top half)

Rank among MINI models267th of 335(bottom 21%)

vs average of all models-3%(82% avg)

vs 2010 models average+4%(75% avg)

vs MINI average-5%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

75,850

Average miles

103,600

Expected for age

The average 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A had 75,850 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 103,600 miles for a 14-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2012	84%	73	71,869 mi
2011	90%	245	71,408 mi
2010	79%	34	75,850 mi

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About the 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A

The 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A is a small family car. Our records list a 1598cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 34 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2010, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 75,850 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,228 (£186/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 79% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A

At 16 years old, the MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 34 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A(2010)	79%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228
Vauxhall Corsa(2012)	76%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153-£75
Ford Focus(2012)	78%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228same
Ford Fiesta(2008)	72%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153-£75
Volkswagen Polo(2011)	75%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,900-£328

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A

Is the 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. 79% of MOT tests on 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4As ended in a pass, from 34 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 3 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,228 a year (£186 a month): £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT and £500 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A?

79% of 34 MOT tests on the 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 276th of 558 models first registered in 2010 (top half).

What is the average mileage for a 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2010 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4A is 75,850 miles, which is below the expected 103,600 miles for a 14-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.