2020 Mini Cooper S Electric Level 2 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,490 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Mini Cooper S Electric Level 2, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.2% | 324 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.8% | 125 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 58 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.3% | 14 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.2% | 8 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 127 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 70 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 48 |
| 4 | Washers | 25 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 11 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 6 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 25.4% | 1,138 |
| 2 | Other defects | 3.5% | 159 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.4% | 153 |
| 4 | Road wheels | 2.9% | 128 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.3% | 59 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 22 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 3,566 | 7.7% |
| 30-60k | 878 | 13.0% |
| 60-90k | 44 | 11.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,476 | 7.7% |
| 2024 | 1,487 | 9.4% |
| 2025 | 1,498 | 9.2% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Cooper S Electric Level 2
Before buying a 2020 Mini Cooper S Electric Level 2, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (2.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Mini Cooper S Electric Level 2s pass their MOT?
91.2% of the 4,490 2020 Mini Cooper S Electric Level 2 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Mini Cooper S Electric Level 2?
Tyres, recorded in 7.2% of tests, followed by visibility (2.8%).
Does the 2020 Cooper S Electric Level 2 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.7% in the 0-30k band to 11.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,490 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.