Mini Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Mini model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 1,570,756 real MOT tests.
Average Mini MOT pass rate: 84%
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Models tested
Mini Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mini Mini One Seven | 37% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 2 | Mini Cooper D Pimlico | 29% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 3 | Mini R60 | 25% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 4 | Mini Mini (r59) | 24% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 5 | Mini Mini | 22% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration |
Most Reliable Mini Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Mini models least likely to have MOT problems
All Mini Models by Fail Rate
Every Mini model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Clubman | 2009 | 57% | 38% | |
| Mini One Seven | 2006 | 63% | 37% | |
| Cooper | 2002 | 65% | 34% | |
| Mini (r58) | 2009 | 64% | 34% | |
| One | 2003 | 67% | 33% | |
| First | 2009 | 66% | 32% | |
| Mini (r58) | 2007 | 67% | 31% | |
| Cooper | 2001 | 69% | 31% | |
| Mini | 2001 | 69% | 30% | |
| Cooper | 2005 | 69% | 30% | |
| One | 2008 | 69% | 30% | |
| One | 2007 | 68% | 30% | |
| One | 2004 | 68% | 30% | |
| Mini (r59) | 2011 | 70% | 30% | |
| Cooper | 2004 | 69% | 29% | |
| Clubman | 2007 | 71% | 29% | |
| Cooper D Pimlico | 2011 | 71% | 29% | |
| Cooper Auto | 2008 | 70% | 29% | |
| Mini | 2004 | 71% | 28% | |
| Cooper | 2007 | 71% | 28% | |
| Cooper S | 2006 | 71% | 28% | |
| One | 2002 | 72% | 28% | |
| Mini | 2005 | 71% | 27% | |
| Mini | 2006 | 72% | 27% | |
| Mini | 2003 | 72% | 27% | |
| One | 2009 | 71% | 27% | |
| One | 2005 | 72% | 27% | |
| Mini | 2007 | 73% | 26% | |
| Cooper | 2008 | 74% | 26% | |
| Cooper | 2006 | 73% | 26% | |
| Cooper | 2003 | 73% | 26% | |
| Clubman | 2010 | 72% | 26% | |
| Countryman Cooper D Auto | 2011 | 70% | 26% | |
| Mini | 2008 | 74% | 25% | |
| Cooper | 2009 | 74% | 25% | |
| Cooper D | 2010 | 74% | 25% | |
| Clubman | 2009 | 75% | 25% | |
| Cooper D | 2009 | 75% | 25% | |
| Cooper D | 2007 | 75% | 25% | |
| R60 | 2012 | 75% | 25% | |
| Mini | 2009 | 75% | 24% | |
| Cooper S | 2005 | 75% | 24% | |
| One | 2006 | 74% | 24% | |
| Clubman | 2008 | 76% | 23% | |
| One Clubman D | 2011 | 77% | 23% | |
| Cooper S | 2002 | 77% | 23% | |
| Countryman Cooper D All4 | 2010 | 75% | 23% | |
| Cooper D | 2008 | 73% | 23% | |
| Cooper S | 2004 | 76% | 22% | |
| First | 2011 | 78% | 22% |
Showing top 50 of 287 model/year combinations. View all Mini models
Mini MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Mini cars?
The most common MOT problems on Mini cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Mini diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Mini One Seven has the highest average fail rate at 37%.
Which Mini model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Mini model in our data is the John Cooper Works Gp Auto with an average MOT pass rate of 96%. View all Mini models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Mini?
The average MOT pass rate for Mini is 84%, based on 1,570,756 MOT tests across 78 models. This means about 16% of Mini cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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