Mini Countryman Cooper Sd Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd reliable? We analysed 5,905 real MOT tests across 652 vehicles to find out.
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The Mini Countryman Cooper Sd is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, tyre has ply or cords exposed and tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd.
Mini Countryman Cooper Sd Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mini Countryman Cooper Sd MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mini Countryman Cooper Sd Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mini Countryman Cooper Sd Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mini Countryman Cooper Sd models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mini Countryman Cooper Sd Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mini Countryman Cooper Sd owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mini Countryman Cooper Sd MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2,905 | 83.0% | 44,055 | 65,393 | 87,832 |
| 2011 | 1,313 | 82.1% | 45,533 | 67,840 | 95,058 |
How Long Does a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd Last?
Based on 652 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd vehicles on UK roads.
Mini Countryman Cooper Sd Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mini Countryman Cooper Sd MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.0% MOT pass rate from 2,905 tests
82.1% MOT pass rate from 1,313 tests
The best year to buy a used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.0% across 2,905 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.1% — 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 Sd 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 Sd THIS CAR | 85.5% | 5,905 | 66,851 mi | 15 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 |
| Mitsubishi Pajaro | 70.2% | 2,842 | 140,577 mi | 35 yrs |
Compared to the Mini Mini (74.2% pass rate) and the Mini Cooper (86.5% pass rate), the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Mini Countryman Cooper SdShould you buy a used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd?
The Mini Countryman Cooper Sd has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.5% across 5,905 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (23 recorded failures), tyre has ply or cords exposed (21), and tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (17). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 Sd 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 Sd owner drives around 6,740 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 Sd models stay on UK roads for around 15 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.