2010 Mini Mini (R57) — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,828 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Mini Mini (R57), the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 81.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (76.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 25.0% in the 150k+ group versus 8.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.8% | 527 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.5% | 209 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.6% | 175 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.2% | 159 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.7% | 141 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.0% | 114 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 290 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 166 |
| 3 | Catalyst emissions | 116 |
| 4 | Individual direction indicators | 109 |
| 5 | Wipers | 95 |
| 6 | Washers | 94 |
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 | 25.8% | 987 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.3% | 855 |
| 3 | Suspension | 17.5% | 670 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 14.6% | 560 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 10.4% | 398 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.0% | 306 |
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 | 176 | 8.0% |
| 30-60k | 827 | 13.3% |
| 60-90k | 1,682 | 18.8% |
| 90-120k | 886 | 23.1% |
| 120-150k | 181 | 23.2% |
| 150k+ | 76 | 25.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2,495 | 17.6% |
| Diesel | 1,333 | 20.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 793 | 15.9% |
| 2022 | 796 | 17.8% |
| 2023 | 805 | 19.9% |
| 2024 | 743 | 20.5% |
| 2025 | 691 | 18.2% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Mini (R57)
Before buying a 2010 Mini Mini (R57), focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 13.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (13.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (5.5% 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.
- Brakes (4.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2010 Mini Mini (R57)s pass their MOT?
81.6% of the 3,828 2010 Mini Mini (R57) MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Mini Mini (R57)?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.8% of tests, followed by tyres (5.5%).
Does the 2010 Mini (R57) get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.0% in the 0-30k band to 25.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,828 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.