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MINI Paceman reliability, MPG and running costs

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The MINI Paceman is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 150 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 61 of 442, and 17.9% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is tread depth (2.0% of tests).

150Well above average

Ranked 61 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League

In 2024, 7,935 MINI Pacemans aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 17.9% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the MINI Paceman is 33% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.

First-time fail rate

17.9%

UK 28.5%

Fail rate at 3 years

–

UK 12.7%

Average miles a year

7,100

Typical age at test: 9 years

MINI Paceman MOT failure rate by age

0%10%20%30%40%357911UK average 34%Paceman 22%

Most common MINI Paceman MOT faults

  1. Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.0% of tests
  2. Condition: has ply or cords exposed1.6% of tests
  3. Headlamp aim: too high1.4% of tests
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick1.2% of tests
  5. Condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.1% of tests
  6. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.0% of tests

What the MINI Paceman fails on

AreaTests failingvs similar cars
Tyres6.5%About average
Lights and electrics6.2%▼ 29% less often
Brakes3.1%▼ 46% less often
Visibility2.2%▼ 46% less often
Suspension1.6%▼ 79% less often
Exhaust and emissions1.5%▼ 35% less often
Body and structure0.7%▼ 72% less often
Wheels0.5%▲ 1.6× as often
Seat belts and airbags0.3%▼ 52% less often
Steering0.2%▼ 91% less often

What MPG does the MINI Paceman do?

Official economy for the MINI Paceman ranges from 35.8 to 67.3mpg across the 127 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2013–2018). A typical petrol version manages 40.9mpg and a typical diesel 56.5mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.

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How much is road tax on a MINI Paceman?

Any MINI Paceman first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A MINI Paceman registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £360 a year.

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MINI Paceman specs and running costs

Official figures for 127 versions sold in the UK between 2013 and 2018.

Fuel types

Diesel, Petrol

Official economy

35.8–67.3 mpg

CO2

111–184 g/km

VersionFuelEconomyCO2Car tax
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper D ALL4 - 16'' & 17'' tyresM6 · listed 2018Diesel60.1 mpg123g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper D ALL4 - 16'' & 17'' tyresA6 · listed 2018Diesel47.9 mpg155g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper D ALL4 - 18'' & 19'' tyresM6 · listed 2018Diesel57.7 mpg128g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper D ALL4 - 18'' & 19'' tyresA6 · listed 2018Diesel46.3 mpg160g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper D - 16'' & 17'' tyresM6 · listed 2018Diesel67.3 mpg111g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper D - 16'' & 17'' tyresA6 · listed 2018Diesel50.4 mpg148g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper D - 18'' & 19'' tyresM6 · listed 2018Diesel64.2 mpg116g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper D - 18'' & 19'' tyresA6 · listed 2018Diesel48.7 mpg153g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper SD ALL4 - 17'' tyresM6 · listed 2018Diesel58.9 mpg126g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper SD ALL4 - 17'' tyresA6 · listed 2018Diesel47.9 mpg156g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper SD ALL4 - 18'' & 19'' tyresM6 · listed 2018Diesel56.5 mpg131g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper SD ALL4 - 18'' & 19'' tyresA6 · listed 2018Diesel46.3 mpg161g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper SD - 17'' tyresM6 · listed 2018Diesel62.8 mpg119g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper SD - 17'' tyresA6 · listed 2018Diesel49.6 mpg149g£200
Paceman R61, From November 2012 MINI Cooper SD - 18'' & 19'' tyresM6 · listed 2018Diesel60.1 mpg124g£200

Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 127 versions.

What a MINI Paceman costs to fuel

  • petrol, typical official 40.9mpg…
  • diesel, typical official 56.5mpg…

Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.

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Frequently asked questions

›Is the MINI Paceman reliable?

Its MOT record is better than average: the MINI Paceman is 33% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 150 in our 2024 league (100 is average).

›What are common problems with the MINI Paceman?

The most common MOT fault is “Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm”, found in 2.0% of tests.

›What MPG does the MINI Paceman do?

Official economy for the MINI Paceman ranges from 35.8 to 67.3mpg across the 127 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2013–2018). A typical petrol version manages 40.9mpg and a typical diesel 56.5mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.

›How much is road tax on a MINI Paceman?

Any MINI Paceman first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A MINI Paceman registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £360 a year.

›How many MINI Pacemans fail their MOT?

17.9% of MINI Pacemans aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.

Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the MINI Paceman combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.