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

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75.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.5%

vs Mini Avg

2

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S has an average MOT pass rate of 75.3%, which is 6.5 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 Roadster Cooper S on the road.

Before buying a used Mini Mini Roadster 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 Roadster Cooper S performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 56 vehicles

66.1%Average
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

42.4%

0

Based on 32 vehicles

84.4%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Mileage at 5yr

60k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

8.9%

Front

5.4%

Rear Nearside

3.6%

Other Mini Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mini models.

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53.2% pass rate

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93.8% pass rate

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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 Roadster Cooper S

Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S — Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S is 75.3% 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 Roadster Cooper S?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 75.3%, the Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S 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 Roadster 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 Roadster Cooper S?
Typical mileage for the Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S: 59,523 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Mini Roadster Cooper S to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Mini Mini Roadster Cooper S's MOT History

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