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Mini Countryman Cooper D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mini Countryman Cooper D reliable? We analysed 13,433 real MOT tests across 1,217 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 13,433 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.7%
Typical Mileage
70,992mi
Annual Mileage
6,658mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
16yrs

The Mini Countryman Cooper D is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mini Countryman Cooper D.

Mini Countryman Cooper D Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mini Countryman Cooper D. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mini Countryman Cooper D MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mini Countryman Cooper D to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84.4%
2013
83.2%
2012
82%
2011
82.4%
2010

Mini Countryman Cooper D Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Mini Countryman Cooper D fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45

Mini Countryman Cooper D Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mini Countryman Cooper D models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 212

Mini Countryman Cooper D Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mini Countryman Cooper D owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,313 mi/yr
Typical
6,658 mi/yr
Average
7,578 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,711 mi/yr

Mini Countryman Cooper D MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mini Countryman Cooper D year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 77 84.4% 30,020 53,440 68,269
2012 4,489 83.2% 46,412 69,724 96,563
2011 6,257 82.0% 47,434 71,898 96,678
2010 1,089 82.4% 49,590 75,778 101,626

How Long Does a Mini Countryman Cooper D Last?

Based on 1,217 Mini Countryman Cooper D vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.6 years
Median
13.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
16 years

Mini Countryman Cooper D Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mini Countryman Cooper D MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
70,992 mi
75th Percentile
96,625 mi
95th Percentile
136,137 mi
Max Recorded
1,128,093 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mini Countryman Cooper D

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2013

84.4% MOT pass rate from 77 tests

Year to avoid
2011

82.0% MOT pass rate from 6,257 tests

The best year to buy a used Mini Countryman Cooper D is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.4% across 77 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mini Countryman Cooper D Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mini Countryman Cooper D THIS CAR 83.7% 13,433 70,992 mi 16 yrs
Mini Mini 74.2% 7,810,223 64,567 mi 25 yrs
Mini Cooper 86.5% 1,705,479 35,896 mi 22 yrs
Mini Countryman 88% 669,227 37,710 mi 15 yrs
Volkswagen Golf Match TDI 87.3% 11,434 99,776 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mini Mini (74.2% pass rate) and the Mini Cooper (86.5% pass rate), the Mini Countryman Cooper D sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mini Countryman Cooper D?

The Mini Countryman Cooper D has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.7% across 13,433 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 107 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mini Countryman Cooper D with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mini Countryman Cooper D owner drives around 6,658 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Mini Countryman Cooper D models stay on UK roads for around 16 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mini Countryman Cooper D — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mini Countryman Cooper D reliable?
Based on 13,433 MOT tests, the Mini Countryman Cooper D has a 83.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mini Countryman Cooper D?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm.
How many miles does a Mini Countryman Cooper D do per year?
The typical Mini Countryman Cooper D does around 6,658 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mini Countryman Cooper D last?
Most Mini Countryman Cooper D models stay on UK roads for around 16 years based on our analysis of 1,217 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mini Countryman Cooper D?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mini Countryman Cooper D?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mini Countryman Cooper D is 2013 with a 84.4% pass rate across 77 tests.