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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mini Mini Cooper S. Check any Mini Cooper S by registration number below.

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71.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.9%

vs Mini Avg

4

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Mini Mini Cooper S — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mini Mini Cooper S has an average MOT pass rate of 71.8%, which is 9.9 percentage points below the Mini brand average of 81.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Mini Cooper S on the road.

Before buying a used Mini Mini Cooper S, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mini Mini Cooper S performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 42 vehicles

71.4%Average
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2004

Based on 31 vehicles

54.8%Below Average
Mini average: 81.7%
Retest Rate

50.0%

2003

Based on 33 vehicles

81.8%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Retest Rate

18.8%

0

Based on 68 vehicles

79.4%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Mileage at 5yr

101k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

4.8%

Front Offside Inner

2.4%

Front Nearside Inner

2.4%

Other Mini Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mini models.

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53.2% pass rate

Mini Countryman Cooper Brdwalk Ed A

93.8% pass rate

Mini Cooper S

76.5% pass rate

Mini Mini

84.3% pass rate

Mini Mini-n

87.8% pass rate

Mini Roadster

86.8% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mini Mini Cooper S

Mini Mini Cooper S — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mini Mini Cooper S MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mini Mini Cooper S?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mini Mini Cooper S is 71.8% compared to the Mini average of 81.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mini Mini Cooper S?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mini Mini Cooper S reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 71.8%, the Mini Mini Cooper S is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mini Mini Cooper S?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mini Mini Cooper S?
Typical mileage for the Mini Mini Cooper S: 101,132 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Mini Cooper S to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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