2011 · 13 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2011 MINI John MOT pass rate and common faults

112 MOT tests in 2024. 77.7% passed first time, compared with 61.8% for all cars the same age.

126Well above average
Passed first time77.7%
Failed or needed repairs22.3%
Typical mileage at test71,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 112 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Position lamp: not working5.4%
  2. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed4.5%
    5 marked dangerous
  3. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak1.8%
  4. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits1.8%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.8%
  6. Headlamp aim: too low0.9%
  7. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn0.9%
  8. Service brake performance: excessively binding0.9%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics12.5%
  2. Tyres7.1%
  3. Suspension4.5%
  4. Emissions & leaks4.5%
  5. Brakes2.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine17.0%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm17.0%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened15.2%
  4. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak7.1%
  5. Sub-frame: corroded and seriously weakened7.1%

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 2011 MINI John?

In 2024, 77.7% of 2011 MINI John cars passed their MOT first time, across 112 tests. The average for all 13-year-old cars was 61.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2011 MINI John?

The most common failure reasons were position lamp: not working; tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed; shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2011 MINI John reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 126, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).