Mini Cooper (2019)
2019 Mini Cooper
CarHunch analysed 29,130 real MOT records for the 2019 Mini Cooper. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2019 MINI COOPER is a genuinely reliable performer, with a 92% first-time pass rate that sits well clear of the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects are uncommon at 13.7%, so safety isn't a concern—though diesel versions lag slightly at 88.3% pass rate versus 92% for petrol, a pattern worth noting if you're choosing between the two.
At 27,105 miles average for a five-year-old car, these Coopers are running typical mileage, and the low failure rate of 0.44 per vehicle confirms the breed is mechanically sound. The 2.8 advisories per car suggest minor wear items rather than systemic problems, so before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection to check brake fluid condition and suspension bushings—the two most common advisory flags on this generation.
What to check before buying a 2019 Mini Cooper
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 (99%) | 28,856 | 92% | 0.44 |
| Diesel (1%) | 258 | 88.3% | 0.68 |
| Other (0%) | 16 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 Mini Cooper 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 2019 Mini Cooper vehicles fall between 17,994 and 33,759 miles.
2019 Mini Cooper — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 28,444 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2019 Mini Cooper
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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21.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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20.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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17.5%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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17.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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7.9%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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6.9%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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6.9%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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5.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019. Counts include advisories and failures.
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