What year MINI Challenge is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 2015 MINI Challenge has the highest pass rate at 87.5%, out of 197 vehicles tested.

What are the most common MINI Challenge MOT failures?

The most common MINI Challenge MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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MINI Challenge — Reliability by Year

197 vehicles · MOT data 2015–2015 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the MINI Challenge was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
2015	87.5%	41,719 mi	197

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