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

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78.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.4%

vs Mini Avg

3

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mini Mini John Cooper Works — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mini Mini John Cooper Works has an average MOT pass rate of 78.3%, which is 3.4 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 John Cooper Works on the road.

The most common reasons a Mini Mini John Cooper Works fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Mini John Cooper Works for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mini Mini John Cooper Works, 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 John Cooper Works performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 52 vehicles

80.8%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.2%

2008

Based on 89 vehicles

77.5%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

20.0%

0

Based on 47 vehicles

76.6%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Mileage at 5yr

88k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mini Mini John Cooper Works

The most common reasons a Mini Mini John Cooper Works fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

11.2%
Mini Mini John Cooper Works Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

5.8%

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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 John Cooper Works

Mini Mini John Cooper Works — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mini Mini John Cooper Works MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mini Mini John Cooper Works?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mini Mini John Cooper Works is 78.3% 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 John Cooper Works?
The most common MOT failures on the Mini Mini John Cooper Works are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (11.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mini Mini John Cooper Works reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.3%, the Mini Mini John Cooper Works is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mini Mini John Cooper Works?
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 John Cooper Works?
Typical mileage for the Mini Mini John Cooper Works: 87,743 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Mini John Cooper Works to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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