Mini Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto
From 411 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, a tyre cords visible or damaged and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, caused 11 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 rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 11 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 11 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 10 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| a headlamp cleaning device inoperative in the case of led or gas discharge systems (hid) | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 4 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.7% of failures are serious: 38.7% 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 £58.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 85.2% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
| 2011 | 82.9% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
Typical mileage
Half of all Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Autos tested had between 57,063 and 97,357 miles on the clock.
At 77,315 median miles, the Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto has 0.02 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Mini models
| Mini Mini | 71.5% |
| Mini Cooper | 87% |
| Mini Cooper S | 88.5% |
| Mini Countryman | 88.5% |
| Mini One | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto MOT pass rate?
The Mini Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto has a 84.4% MOT pass rate based on 411 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto is 77,315 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 57,063 and 97,357 miles.
Buying a used Countryman Cooper Sd All4 Auto?
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.
With a 84.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £58 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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