MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS MOT pass rate
91.5% of 45,970 MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS MOT tests pass.
The JOHN COOPER WORKS passes its MOT 91.5% of the time — well above the average across all MINI models, which sits at 83.6%.
The MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS passes its MOT 91.5% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 94.2% at 0–3 years to 76.1% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 94.2% | 4,959 | 20,100 miles |
| 3–6 years | 93.3% | 19,221 | 28,074 miles |
| 6–10 years | 89.9% | 18,693 | 47,101 miles |
| 10–15 years | 86.4% | 2,988 | 65,323 miles |
| 15+ years | 76.1% | 109 | 85,295 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS
The most common reason the MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS fails its MOT is tyres — present in 50.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 50.9% | Has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 21.2% | Too high |
| Visibility | 17.4% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Brakes | 11.9% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Suspension | 7.4% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 6.1% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.8% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Road Wheels | 3.3% | Fixing missing |
| Body, chassis, structure | 1.2% | Damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement |
| Steering | 0.7% | Ball joint has excessive play |
Related MINI models
- MINI MINI — 72.3% pass rate
- MINI COOPER — 89.5% pass rate
- MINI COOPER S — 90.5% pass rate
- MINI COUNTRYMAN — 90.2% pass rate
- MINI ONE — 86.1% pass rate
- MINI CLUBMAN — 86.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS?
- 91.5% of MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS MOT tests pass, based on 45,970 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS?
- The most common reason the MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS fails its MOT is tyres — present in 50.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure".
- Does this show the MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MINI service history guide for how to check and keep one.