Mini Cooper S Camden MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 66 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Mini Cooper S Camden MOT Reliability Overview
The Mini Cooper S Camden is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 66 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% and a failure rate of 16.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Mini Cooper S Camden earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Mini Cooper S Camden presents for MOT with approximately 62,437 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2010 models achieve the highest pass rate at 91.4%, while 2009 models have the lowest at 74.2%. This 17.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Mini Cooper S Camden is Tyres, affecting 12.1% 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 Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 7.6%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment rounds out the top three at 7.6%. 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
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* 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 | 15.2% | 10 |
| 2 | Tyres | 12.1% | 8 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.1% | 4 |
| 4 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 6.1% | 4 |
| 5 | Suspension | 6.1% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 3.0% | 2 |
| 7 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.5% | 1 |
| 8 | Visibility | 1.5% | 1 |
| 9 | Road Wheels | 1.5% | 1 |
| 10 | Non-component Advisories | 1.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 62,437 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 | 2.42 | 15.2% | 10 |
| Tyres | 1.94 | 12.1% | 8 |
| Brakes | 0.97 | 6.1% | 4 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.97 | 6.1% | 4 |
| Suspension | 0.97 | 6.1% | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 0.48 | 3.0% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.24 | 1.5% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.24 | 1.5% | 1 |
| Wheels | 0.24 | 1.5% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.24 | 1.5% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Mini Cooper S Camden has 62,437 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 S Camden has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.67% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Mini Cooper S Camden MOT Data
The Mini Cooper S Camden is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 66 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% and a failure rate of 16.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Mini Cooper S Camden owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on tyres and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 S Camden is likely to perform.
Tyres — 12.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 12.1% of MOT failures on the Mini Cooper S Camden. 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.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 7.6% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 7.6% of MOT failures on the Mini Cooper S Camden. 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.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 7.6% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 7.6% of MOT failures on the Mini Cooper S Camden. 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 S Camden?
Based on 66 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Mini Cooper S Camden has an overall pass rate of 83.3% (16.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mini Cooper S Camden?
The top 3 reasons a Mini Cooper S Camden fails its MOT are: 1. Tyres (12.1%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (7.6%), 3. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (7.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Mini Cooper S Camden reliable?
With a 16.7% MOT failure rate, the Cooper S Camden is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Mini Cooper S Camden?
Based on failure data, focus on: Tyres (12.1%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (7.6%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (7.6%). 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.