Mini Cooper S (2022)
2022 Mini Cooper S
CarHunch analysed 7,850 real MOT records for the 2022 Mini Cooper S. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 MINI Cooper S is a notably reliable prospect, with a first-time pass rate of 94.6%—well ahead of the UK average of 80%—and only 4.9% of vehicles ever recording a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. Petrol versions edge out the hybrid models slightly, passing at 94.9% versus 93.1%, suggesting both powertrains are equally dependable at this early stage.
These cars are running very modest mileage for their age, averaging just 20,912 miles, so most examples should have considerably more life ahead before significant wear sets in. With fewer than 0.2 failures per vehicle and fewer than one advisory on average, buyers should focus their pre-purchase inspection on the specifics of individual service history rather than worrying about systemic weakness in the model.
What to check before buying a 2022 Mini Cooper S
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (79%) | 6,198 | 94.9% | 0.11 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (21%) | 1,644 | 93.1% | 0.15 |
| Electric (0%) | 8 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Mini Cooper S vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2022 Mini Cooper S vehicles fall between 12,435 and 25,509 miles.
MOT History Averages
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