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43 Model Years Analyzed

Mini Mini
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (1961-2020), based on 364,542 DVSA recorded tests.

76.1%

Average Pass Rate

43

Model Years

365k

Tests Analyzed

Most Tested Year

2010 Mini Mini MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

80.9% pass rateBased on 38,955 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

2020100%

3 tests

2019100%

2 tests

201885.7%

7 tests

2017100%

14 tests

201690%

20 tests

201581%

21 tests

201489.1%

604 tests

201386.1%

22,751 tests

201284.5%

26,943 tests

201182.3%

32,482 tests

201080.9%

38,955 tests

200976.2%

38,239 tests

200874.4%

36,490 tests

200772.6%

37,532 tests

200672.4%

31,131 tests

200571.3%

33,684 tests

200470.7%

28,075 tests

200371%

20,508 tests

200269.8%

13,609 tests

200167.6%

3,418 tests

2000100%

1 tests

199985.7%

7 tests

199857.1%

7 tests

199771.4%

7 tests

1996100%

1 tests

199566.7%

3 tests

199380%

5 tests

1992100%

2 tests

1988100%

1 tests

1985100%

2 tests

1984100%

3 tests

1983100%

2 tests

1982100%

2 tests

1980100%

1 tests

1977100%

1 tests

1975100%

2 tests

1973100%

1 tests

1972100%

1 tests

1971100%

1 tests

1970100%

1 tests

1969100%

1 tests

1964100%

1 tests

1961100%

1 tests

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
  2. 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
  3. 3A tyre seriously damaged
  4. 4Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
  5. 5The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

Understand these MOT advisories

Tyres

Tyre close to limit

GBP 60-180 per tyre for common cars, more for large wheels or premium tyres

Suspension

Suspension bush worn

GBP 100-300 per side, depending on whether the bush or full arm is replaced

Brakes

Brake pipe corroded

GBP 120-350 per section, more if multiple lines need replacing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a Mini Mini?

The Mini Mini has an average 76.1% MOT pass rate across model years 1961 to 2020, based on DVSA test data.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mini Mini?

The most common MOT failure reasons for the Mini Mini across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which Mini Mini year has the best MOT pass rate?

MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Mini Mini model years.

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