Mini Countryman
From 139,806 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Countrymans fare better: 2022 models pass at 93% vs 76.4% for 2011.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 3,129 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 3,129 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,468 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 1,076 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 972 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 840 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 725 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 656 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 473 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 405 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 393 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 53.6% of failures are serious: 53.6% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £69.
Mini Countryman on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 13,031 newly registered in the past year with 1,799 leaving, a net gain of 11,232. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 150,332 | 2,233 | +3,279 | -263 | +3,016 |
| 2025 Q2 | 147,372 | 2,177 | +2,165 | -0 | +2,418 |
| 2025 Q1 | 144,909 | 2,222 | +3,222 | -0 | +3,260 |
| 2024 Q4 | 141,984 | 1,887 | +4,365 | -1,536 | +2,829 |
| 2024 Q3 | 139,442 | 1,600 | +2,831 | -125 | +2,706 |
| 2024 Q2 | 136,839 | 1,497 | +2,994 | -154 | +2,840 |
| 2024 Q1 | 134,028 | 1,468 | +1,354 | -431 | +923 |
| 2023 Q4 | 133,306 | 1,267 | +2,849 | -375 | +2,474 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countryman Cooper | Petrol | 13,357 | 13% |
| Countryman Cooper D | Diesel | 9,398 | 9% |
| Countryman Cooper Classic Auto | Petrol | 9,260 | 9% |
| Countryman Cooper Exclusive A | Petrol | 7,112 | 7% |
| Countryman Cooper D All4 | Diesel | 7,020 | 7% |
| Countryman Cooper Auto | Petrol | 6,182 | 6% |
| Countryman Cooper Classic | Petrol | 6,152 | 6% |
| Countryman Cooper S Exclusiv A | Petrol | 5,141 | 5% |
| Countryman Cooper Sd | Diesel | 4,694 | 4% |
| Countryman Classic C Mhev Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 4,429 | 4% |
| C-Man Cooper S E All4 Classc A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 4,141 | 4% |
| C-Man Cooper S E All4 Exc A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 3,966 | 4% |
| Countryman Cooper S E All4 A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 3,790 | 4% |
| Countryman Cooper S All4 | Petrol | 3,752 | 4% |
| Countryman Cooper S | Petrol | 3,429 | 3% |
| Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto | Diesel | 2,909 | 3% |
| Countryman Cooper Sd All4 | Diesel | 2,781 | 3% |
| Countryman Cooper D All4 Auto | Diesel | 2,751 | 3% |
| Countryman Exclusive C Mhev A | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 2,745 | 3% |
| Countryman Cooper D Auto | Diesel | 2,737 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 93% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2021 | 90.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 91.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2019 | 90.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
9 earlier years
| 2018 | 90.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2017 | 89.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 87.3% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2015 | 86.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 84.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2013 | 81.4% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2012 | 80.6% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 76.4% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2010 | 81% | brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Countrymans tested had between 18,200 and 41,490 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 32,334 median miles, the Countryman has 0.036 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Mini models
| Mini Mini | 71.5% |
| Mini Cooper | 87% |
| Mini Cooper S | 88.5% |
| Mini One | 83.1% |
| Mini John Cooper Works | 90.1% |
Common questions
What is the Mini Countryman MOT pass rate?
The Mini Countryman has a 88.5% MOT pass rate based on 139,806 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mini Countryman?
The most common MOT failure on the Mini Countryman is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 3,129 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Mini Countrymans are on UK roads?
There are 150,332 Mini Countrymans currently licensed on UK roads, with 2,233 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Mini Countryman at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mini Countryman is 32,334 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,200 and 41,490 miles.
Buying a used Countryman?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.