Mini Countryman One D
From 289 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, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 12 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 | 12 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 6 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 6 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 5 |
| parking brake inoperative on one side | 3 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. | 3 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 3 |
| fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap | 3 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 29.4% of Countryman One D 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 £83.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 75.2% | 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 | 77.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Countryman One Ds tested had between 75,650 and 121,013 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 96,142 median miles, the Countryman One D has 0.024 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 D MOT pass rate?
The Mini Countryman One D has a 76.5% MOT pass rate based on 289 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mini Countryman One D?
The most common MOT failure on the Mini Countryman One D is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Mini Countryman One D at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mini Countryman One D is 96,142 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 75,650 and 121,013 miles.
Buying a used Countryman One D?
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 76.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £83 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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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.