MINI Cooper S MOT Pass Rate and Running Costs
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 1 model year from 48 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
75%
Total Tests
48
Model Year
2006
Years Covered
1
About the MINI Cooper S
The MINI Cooper S was MOT tested 48 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 1 model year (2006), with an average pass rate of 75%. That's 7 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.
Compared to the MINI brand average of 84%, the Mini Cooper S is 9 points lower, placing it among the less reliable MINI models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2006 detailsHow reliable is the MINI Cooper S?
MINI Cooper S by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 75% | 48 | 73,510 mi |
Questions about the MINI Cooper S
Is the MINI Cooper S reliable?
Across its 1 model year in our data (2006), the MINI Cooper S averages a 75% MOT pass rate, from 48 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 7 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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