At a Glance
The Mini Convertible R52 has 35 distinct MOT failure types recorded below from real DVSA tests. No single fault occurs significantly more often than the UK fleet average — the Convertible tracks the baseline rather than showing a model-specific pattern. Bodywork is the most common MOT failure category. Based on 78 MOT tests from DVSA data plus 1 owner-submitted problem reported by car owners.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on this model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read how we calculate MOT pass rates and problems →
Below: the full MOT-data picture for the Mini Convertible R52 — MOT pass rate vs the UK average, common problems vs UK fleet patterns, the most likely MOT failures by frequency, fault occurrence by mileage band, and pass/fail trends. All numbers drawn from DVSA records.
Mini Convertible R52 MOT Pass Rate
Across 78 MOT tests from DVSA data, the Mini Convertible R52 (2004–2008) has a fail rate of 39.7%.
UK average fail rate (2006–2008): 37.6%
Common Mini Convertible R52 Problems
Owner-submitted reports plus patterns we've identified across 559 million UK MOT tests. Each MOT-derived item below — whether tagged as a Problem, Wear & Tear or Consumable — shows up noticeably more often on this generation than across the UK fleet, which is why it's here. Owner reports are pinned to the top by default; use the sort and filter pills below to view a specific tier or change the order.
Power Steering Failure
“The steering suddenly became really stiff whilst i was driving and it makes it hard to turn the steering wheel”
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Problems by mileage
Common problems, MOT failures and advisories on the Mini Convertible R52, grouped by the mileage they typically appear at.
57 distinct problems · 207 total occurrences in current filter
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Mini Convertible R52 problems?
Based on DVSA MOT data for the Mini Convertible R52 (2004–2008), we have identified 0 common problems, plus 1 owner-submitted problem reported by car owners. Bodywork is the most common MOT failure category.
How reliable is the Mini Convertible R52?
This generation has 78 MOT tests on record with a 39.7% fail rate. A fault is flagged as a "Common Problem" only when it occurs significantly more often on this model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence.
What commonly fails the MOT on a Mini Convertible R52?
There are 35 distinct MOT failure types recorded for the R52 (2004–2008), grouped by the mileage these failures typically occur. See the Common MOT Failures section on this page.
Can I report a problem with my Mini Convertible R52?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Mini Convertible owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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