Mini Cooper Bayswater MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 36 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 33.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Mini Cooper Bayswater MOT Reliability Overview
The Mini Cooper Bayswater is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 36 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.7% and a failure rate of 33.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Mini Cooper Bayswater earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Mini Cooper Bayswater presents for MOT with approximately 44,219 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Mini Cooper Bayswater is Tyres, affecting 22.2% of all tests. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. The second most common issue is Brakes at 22.2%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment rounds out the top three at 22.2%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 25.0% | 9 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.2% | 8 |
| 3 | Tyres | 22.2% | 8 |
| 4 | Suspension | 19.4% | 7 |
| 5 | Road Wheels | 11.1% | 4 |
| 6 | Visibility | 11.1% | 4 |
| 7 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 5.6% | 2 |
| 8 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.8% | 1 |
| 9 | Non-component Advisories | 2.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 44,219 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 5.66 | 25.0% | 9 |
| Brakes | 5.03 | 22.2% | 8 |
| Tyres | 5.03 | 22.2% | 8 |
| Suspension | 4.40 | 19.4% | 7 |
| Wheels | 2.51 | 11.1% | 4 |
| Visibility | 2.51 | 11.1% | 4 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.26 | 5.6% | 2 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.63 | 2.8% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.63 | 2.8% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Mini Cooper Bayswater has 44,219 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Mini Cooper Bayswater has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 7.53% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Mini Cooper Bayswater MOT Data
The Mini Cooper Bayswater is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 36 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.7% and a failure rate of 33.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Mini Cooper Bayswater owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on tyres and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cooper Bayswater is likely to perform.
Tyres — 22.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 22.2% of MOT failures on the Mini Cooper Bayswater. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Brakes — 22.2% of failures
Brakes issues account for 22.2% of MOT failures on the Mini Cooper Bayswater. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 22.2% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 22.2% of MOT failures on the Mini Cooper Bayswater. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Mini Cooper Bayswater?
Based on 36 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Mini Cooper Bayswater has an overall pass rate of 66.7% (33.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mini Cooper Bayswater?
The top 3 reasons a Mini Cooper Bayswater fails its MOT are: 1. Tyres (22.2%), 2. Brakes (22.2%), 3. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (22.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Mini Cooper Bayswater reliable?
With a 33.3% MOT failure rate, the Cooper Bayswater is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Mini Cooper Bayswater?
Based on failure data, focus on: Tyres (22.2%); Brakes (22.2%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (22.2%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.