2004 Mini Mini (r58) MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Mini (r58) models manufactured in 2004, based on 31 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2004 Mini Mini (r58) MOT Analysis
The 2004 Mini Mini (r58) has an MOT pass rate of 67.7% based on 31 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 68,218 miles on the odometer. With a 32.3% failure rate, the 2004 Mini (r58) is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2004 Mini Mini (r58) is Tyres, responsible for 6.5% of failures. 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 range from £50–200 per tyre.
Top failures specific to 2004 models only. The overall Mini (r58) page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.5% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 68,218 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.95 | 6.5% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2004 Mini Mini (r58) has an MOT pass rate of 67.7% based on 31 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 68,218 miles on the odometer. With a 32.3% failure rate, the 2004 Mini (r58) is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2004 Mini Mini (r58), you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: 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. At 68,218 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Tyres — 6.5% of failures
Tyres issues account for 6.5% of MOT failures on 2004 Mini Mini (r58) models. 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.