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Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto reliable? We analysed 3,357 real MOT tests across 283 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,357 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.3%
Typical Mileage
59,658mi
Annual Mileage
5,766mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
15yrs

The Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, tyre has ply or cords exposed and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto.

Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

82.5%
2012
82.8%
2011

Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 29
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 25
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 12

Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 16

Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,545 mi/yr
Typical
5,766 mi/yr
Average
7,372 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,658 mi/yr

Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2012 1,837 82.5% 38,263 59,250 83,644
2011 1,281 82.8% 37,673 59,793 84,825

How Long Does a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto Last?

Based on 283 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.6 years
Median
13.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
15 years

Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
59,658 mi
75th Percentile
83,693 mi
95th Percentile
118,229 mi
Max Recorded
369,717 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto

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

Best year
2011

82.8% MOT pass rate from 1,281 tests

Year to avoid
2012

82.5% MOT pass rate from 1,837 tests

The best year to buy a used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.8% across 1,281 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.5% — 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 ALL4 Auto 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 ALL4 Auto THIS CAR 83.3% 3,357 59,658 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
Land Rover R Rover Evoque Rdyn SE Dmhev A 90.5% 6,400 30,299 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mini Mini (74.2% pass rate) and the Mini Cooper (86.5% pass rate), the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto?

The Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% across 3,357 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 ALL4 Auto are tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (29 recorded failures), tyre has ply or cords exposed (25), and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (12). 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 ALL4 Auto 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 ALL4 Auto owner drives around 5,766 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 ALL4 Auto 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.

Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto reliable?
Based on 3,357 MOT tests, the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto has a 83.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto?
The most common MOT failures are tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, tyre has ply or cords exposed, and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto do per year?
The typical Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto does around 5,766 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto last?
Most Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto models stay on UK roads for around 15 years based on our analysis of 283 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto?
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 Sd ALL4 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mini Countryman Cooper Sd ALL4 Auto is 2011 with a 82.8% pass rate across 1,281 tests.