Mini Paceman reliability
MOT pass rates & common faults · 14,022 real DVSA tests · 2024
Across 14,022 real DVSA MOT tests in 2024, 84% of Mini Paceman cars aged 8 to 12 years pass their MOT first time — ahead of the 73% average for all cars of that age. It holds up especially well on steering and suspension.
MOT pass rate by age
Where the Paceman tends to fail
Share of Mini Paceman cars aged 8 to 12 years with no fault in each area (higher is better). The tick is the fleet average for the same age.
Holds up better than average on steering, suspension, body & structure.
Common questions
Is the Mini Paceman reliable?
On 2024 MOT data the Mini Paceman holds up well for its age: 84% of examples aged 8 to 12 years pass first time, against a 73% fleet average. That puts it ahead of 75% of similar-age models.
What is the MOT pass rate for a Mini Paceman?
First-time MOT pass rates for the Mini Paceman in 2024: 8 to 12 years, 84%. Pass rates fall with age across the whole fleet, so compare each figure with cars of the same age, not with a new car.
What commonly fails on a Mini Paceman MOT?
No single area stands out as a recurring weakness for the Mini Paceman versus other cars of the same age — its MOT failures are spread across the usual wear items (tyres, brakes, lamps).