2012 · 12 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2012 MINI One MOT pass rate and common faults

4,536 MOT tests in 2024. 71.9% passed first time, compared with 64.3% for all cars the same age.

112Well above average
Passed first time71.9%
Failed or needed repairs28.1%
Typical mileage at test72,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 4,536 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Position lamp: not working5.7%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.0%
    150 marked dangerous
  3. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.0%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick1.7%
    87 marked dangerous
  5. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction1.5%
  6. Headlamp aim: too low1.1%
  7. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.1%
  8. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn1.1%
  9. Rear fog lamp: not working1.0%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics17.3%
  2. Brakes7.3%
  3. Tyres6.5%
  4. Emissions & leaks6.2%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.8%
  6. Suspension4.5%
  7. Body & chassis1.7%
  8. Number plates & VIN0.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm15.4%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure11.8%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.2%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick5.6%
  5. Sub-frame: corroded and seriously weakened5.2%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: position lamp: not working. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2012 MINI One?

In 2024, 71.9% of 2012 MINI One cars passed their MOT first time, across 4,536 tests. The average for all 12-year-old cars was 64.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2012 MINI One?

The most common failure reasons were position lamp: not working; tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2012 MINI One reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 112, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).