Mini Countryman One
From 641 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, emissions levels exceed default limits and wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 17 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 lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 17 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 12 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 11 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 9 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 9 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 9 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 7 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 7.3% of Countryman One failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £70.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 79% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2011 | 75.9% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Countryman Ones tested had between 64,790 and 98,158 miles on the clock.
At 85,124 median miles, the Countryman One has 0.026 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 One MOT pass rate?
The Mini Countryman One has a 77.5% MOT pass rate based on 641 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mini Countryman One?
The most common MOT failure on the Mini Countryman One is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 17 failures. Other common issues include emissions levels exceed default limits.
What is the typical mileage of a Mini Countryman One at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mini Countryman One is 85,124 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 64,790 and 98,158 miles.
Buying a used Countryman One?
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 77.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £70 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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