MINI ONE (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 138 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
138
Avg Mileage
20,160 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2022 MINI ONE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MINI brand average of 84%.
At 2 years old, 94% of MINI ONEs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 138 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,160 miles.
How does the 2022 MINI ONE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 MINI ONE has 20,160 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a MINI ONE?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 67%. The 2022 sits between the two at 94%.
How much does a 2022 MINI ONE 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 ONE by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 94% | 138 | 20,160 mi |
| 2021 | 93% | 2,356 | 21,212 mi |
| 2020 | 94% | 1,884 | 24,926 mi |
| 2019 | 91% | 2,504 | 31,716 mi |
| 2018 | 92% | 2,625 | 35,237 mi |
| 2017 | 91% | 9,126 | 44,787 mi |
| 2016 | 90% | 14,249 | 52,236 mi |
| 2015 | 89% | 18,016 | 58,665 mi |
| 2014 | 88% | 11,021 | 66,312 mi |
| 2013 | 84% | 11,674 | 69,388 mi |
| 2012 | 84% | 6,640 | 73,564 mi |
| 2011 | 79% | 1,416 | 81,305 mi |
| 2010 | 79% | 844 | 83,055 mi |
| 2009 | 71% | 624 | 81,764 mi |
| 2008 | 69% | 659 | 90,766 mi |
| 2007 | 68% | 587 | 85,270 mi |
| 2006 | 74% | 382 | 98,556 mi |
| 2005 | 72% | 436 | 97,952 mi |
| 2004 | 68% | 348 | 101,925 mi |
| 2003 | 67% | 232 | 104,829 mi |
| 2002 | 72% | 109 | 113,107 mi |
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About the 2022 MINI ONE
The 2022 MINI ONE is a small family car with a 1499cc petrol engine. 138 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 20,160 miles at 2 years old, MINI ONE owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 MINI ONE Fuel Costs
The 1499cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 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 ONE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MINI ONE Reliability Trend
Newer MINI ONEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 18 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 MINI ONE
The MINI ONE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-1%) from 52,321 tests
- MERCEDES A (2021) 94% pass rate (same) from 37,477 tests
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-1%) from 34,513 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (same) from 28,824 tests