Driving a Mini is all about style, agility, and fun on the road. To keep your car performing the way it should, regular servicing and MOTs are essential. These routine checks help maintain safety, reliability, and peak performance for every journey.
At Blackcircles.com, booking your Mini MOT or service is quick and straightforward. Enter your vehicle details, compare prices from trusted local garages, and pick a date that suits your schedule. No stress, no surprises—just professional care and upfront pricing.
With over
2,200 garages in our network across the UK, you’re never far from a quality garage that knows how to look after your Mini properly. Whether it’s a simple check-up or a full service, we’ve got you covered.
Does Blackcircles offer MOT & Services for MINI’s?
Yes. Blackcircles offers
MOTs and
servicing for a wide selection of Mini models. Our nationwide network of vetted garages delivers expert attention using parts and practices that meet Mini’s service expectations.
MINI MOT & Service
We make it easy to take care of your Mini with combined MOT and service bookings. Scheduling both together can save you time and money while ensuring your car is road-ready. Our partner garages perform essential checks using parts that match Mini’s quality standards, so your vehicle continues to drive just like it should.
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If your MINI is due its MOT but not yet ready for a service, you can book an MOT-only appointment through Blackcircles.com. All MOTs are performed at DVSA-approved garages and include the required checks on emissions, suspension, brakes, lighting, and tyres.
Whether you drive a MINI Hatch, Countryman, or Electric, your MOT will be completed by trusted technicians with a full report on any issues. Any required repairs are quoted separately before work begins.
You can book your MOT up to one month in advance without changing your renewal date.
Book MINI MOTMajor MINI Service
A major service is the most extensive option and is typically needed every 24,000 miles or two years. It includes everything in a full service plus additional replacements, such as spark plugs and filters, tailored to your model. This type of servicing is ideal for higher-mileage Minis or those due for a deeper inspection. All work is carried out by skilled technicians using Mini-approved parts.
Book Major ServiceFull MINI Service
A full service is a detailed annual check-up, recommended every 12 months or 12,000 miles. It includes oil and filter changes, tyre and brake checks, fluid top-ups, and more. It’s designed to catch wear and tear early, maintain efficiency, and keep your Mini performing at its best.
Book Full ServiceInterim MINI Service
Interim services are great for Minis that rack up a lot of miles or need a check between full services. This quick inspection includes an oil and filter change, brake and tyre checks, and a look at fluid levels. It helps keep your Mini running smoothly between major visits.
Book Interim ServiceElectric MINI Service
Electric Minis, like the Mini Electric or Cooper SE, still need regular maintenance to stay safe and efficient. Our EV services include battery health checks, brake and suspension inspections, and other essential items. All done by garages experienced in handling electric vehicles.
Book EV ServiceHybrid MINI Service
MINI’s plug-in hybrid models—such as the MINI Countryman Cooper S E ALL4—combine electric efficiency with petrol performance. At Blackcircles.com, you can book a Full, Major or Interim hybrid service designed for your MINI’s hybrid system.
Hybrid servicing includes standard items like oil and filter changes, brake checks, and fluid top-ups, plus hybrid-specific diagnostics such as battery health monitoring and regenerative braking system evaluation. All completed by trained technicians using high-quality parts.
Book Hybrid ServiceOil & Filter Change
Changing your oil and filter is one of the easiest ways to extend your Mini’s engine life. Old oil can lose its ability to protect key engine parts. Our oil change service includes draining the used oil, fitting a new filter, and topping up with oil that meets Mini’s specifications.
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As well as servicing and MOTs, Blackcircles.com offers a wide selection of other maintenance options. This includes battery tests, brake replacements, air conditioning servicing, and diagnostics—carried out by professionals using reliable components.
Learn MoreTyres for MINI
Whether you drive a sporty Mini Cooper, a Countryman, or a Clubman, the right tyres help enhance grip, comfort, and performance. At Blackcircles.com, we stock a large range of tyres from leading brands, including run-flat options for many Mini models. Simply enter your reg or tyre size, compare options, and book fitting at a garage near you.
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How to book an MOT and Service through Blackcircles?
- Enter your details and choose your service
Start by entering your vehicle registration and postcode. We’ll show you the most relevant MOT and service options in your area.
- Compare garages, prices and the features you’re looking for
Explore our trusted garage network to find the right combination of value, quality, and convenience.
- Choose a time and date that suits you
Select a booking slot that works best for your schedule—we offer flexible times to make it easy.
- Secure online payment
Confirm your appointment using our secure online checkout. Your booking is safe and protected.
What is the difference between a Major, Full, Interim Car Service?
When choosing a car service, it’s important to understand what’s included in each type. Here's a complete breakdown of the differences between an Interim, Full, and Major service, showing exactly what checks and replacements are carried out.
Service Item
| Interim
| Full
| Major
|
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Engine Area
|
Check for visible oil leaks
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Replace oil, oil filter & sump plug washer (if applicable)
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect and top up anti-freeze as required
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check condition & tension of fan / alternator
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check condition & tension of auxiliary belts
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check timing belt schedule & report as required
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect radiator and radiator cap
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check coolant hoses
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Inspect expansion bottle, tank and cap
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Replace air filter
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect Fuel Filter & Caps
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check fuel filter replacement schedule & report*
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Electrical Components Of Vehicle
|
Inspect battery charge and terminals
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check spark plug schedule & report as required
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check diesel plug indicator as appropriate
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check horn operation
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect interior and exterior lights
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect warning lights
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect ignition leads, coils & distributor cap (if applicable)
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Steering & Suspension
|
Check power steering & top up reservoir as required
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check steering components for wear and corrosion
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check condition of steering rack gaiters
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect wheel bearings
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect shock absorbers
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect suspension
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Drive System
|
Inspect driveshaft, joints, gaiters and boots
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check & top up clutch & axle oil
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect clutch operation
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check transmission
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Vehicle Interior / Exterior
|
Inspect vehicle windscreen
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check windscreen washers, wipers, & function
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Top up windscreen wash as required
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect number plate
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect mirrors (interior and exterior)
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect exhaust system & catalysts as appropriate
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Lubricate door hinges, bonnet catch & locks
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check pollen filter schedule & report
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Inspect seatbelts front & rear
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect Fuel cap & fuel lines
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check tyre tread depth
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check tyre pressures
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check tyres for uneven wear
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check tyre age
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check spare tyre
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect TPMS valves (if applicable)
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect TPMS warning light / sensor (if applicable)
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Brakes
|
Check brake pads for wear or damage
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check brake shoes for wear or damage
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check brake discs / drums for cracks & corrosion
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Test and report brake fluid boiling point
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check brake fluid & replacement schedule & report*
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check calipers for leaks and security
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect operation of wheel cylinders & report links
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect brake hydraulic system
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect handbrake
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect ABS warning light
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Final Checks
|
Road Test
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Reset vehicle service light as appropriate
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Update service book (if applicable)
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Tip: A Full Service is typically recommended every 12 months or 12,000 miles, while a Major Service is ideal every 24 months or 24,000 miles. Interim Services are great between major intervals, especially for high-mileage drivers.
What is the difference between a Major, Full & Interim Hybrid Car Service?
Electric and hybrid vehicles require specialist servicing to keep them performing efficiently. Below is a complete checklist showing what's included in each level of Hybrid and EV servicing.
Service Item
| Interim
| Full
| Major
|
---|
Engine Area
|
Check for visible oil leaks
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Replace oil, oil filter & sump plug washer (if applicable)
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check inverter coolant
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check condition & tension of fan / alternator
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check condition & tension of auxiliary belts
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check timing belt schedule & report as required
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect radiator and radiator cap
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check coolant hoses
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Inspect expansion bottle, tank and cap
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Replace air filter
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect Fuel Filter & Caps
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check fuel filter replacement schedule & report*
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Electrical Components Of Vehicle
|
Inspect battery charge and terminals
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check spark plug schedule & report as required
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check horn operation
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect interior and exterior lights
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect warning lights
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect ignition leads, coils & distributor cap (if applicable)
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
EV Motor Check
|
Visual check of high voltage cables & connectors
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Charging point & cable check
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Hybrid health diagnostic
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Steering & Suspension
|
Check power steering & top up reservoir as required
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check steering components for wear and corrosion
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check condition of steering rack gaiters
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect wheel bearings
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect shock absorbers
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect suspension
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Drive System
|
Inspect driveshaft, joints, gaiters and boots
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check & top up clutch & axle oil
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect clutch operation
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check transmission
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Vehicle Interior / Exterior
|
Inspect vehicle windscreen
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check windscreen washers, wipers, & function
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Top up windscreen wash as required
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect number plate
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect mirrors (interior and exterior)
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect exhaust system & catalysts as appropriate
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Lubricate door hinges, bonnet catch & locks
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check pollen filter schedule & report
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Inspect seatbelts front & rear
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect Fuel cap & fuel lines
| –
| –
| ✔️
|
Check tyre tread depth
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check tyre pressures
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check tyres for uneven wear
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check tyre age
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check spare tyre
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect TPMS valves (if applicable)
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect TPMS warning light / sensor (if applicable)
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Brakes
|
Check brake pads for wear or damage
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check brake shoes for wear or damage
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check brake discs / drums for cracks & corrosion
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Test and report brake fluid boiling point
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check brake fluid & replacement schedule & report*
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Check calipers for leaks and security
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect operation of wheel cylinders & report links
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect brake hydraulic system
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect handbrake
| –
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Inspect ABS warning light
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Final Checks
|
Road Test
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Reset vehicle service light as appropriate
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Update service book (if applicable)
| ✔️
| ✔️
| ✔️
|
Electric Vehicle (EV) Service Checklist
This table shows a grouped list of what’s included in a standard EV service:
Service Item
| Included
|
---|
Engine Area
|
Check inverter coolant
| ✔️
|
Electrical Components Of Vehicle
|
Check horn operation
| ✔️
|
Inspect interior and exterior lights
| ✔️
|
Inspect warning lights
| ✔️
|
EV Motor Check
| ✔️
|
Visual check of high volt cables & connectors
| ✔️
|
Charging point & cable check
| ✔️
|
Steering & Suspension
|
Check steering components for wear and corrosion
| ✔️
|
Check condition of steering rack gaiters
| ✔️
|
Inspect wheel bearings
| ✔️
|
Inspect shock absorbers
| ✔️
|
Inspect suspension
| ✔️
|
Vehicle Interior / Exterior
|
Inspect vehicle windscreen
| ✔️
|
Check windscreen washers, wipers, & function
| ✔️
|
Top up windscreen wash as required
| ✔️
|
Inspect number plate
| ✔️
|
Inspect mirrors (interior and exterior)
| ✔️
|
Lubricate door hinges, bonnet catch & locks
| ✔️
|
Inspect seatbelts front & rear
| ✔️
|
Check tyre tread depth
| ✔️
|
Check tyre pressures
| ✔️
|
Check tyres for uneven wear
| ✔️
|
Check tyre age
| ✔️
|
Inspect TPMS valves (if applicable)
| ✔️
|
Inspect TPMS warning light / sensor (if applicable)
| ✔️
|
Check spare tyre
| ✔️
|
Check pollen filter schedule & report
| ✔️
|
Brakes
|
Check brake pads for wear or damage
| ✔️
|
Check calipers for leaks and security
| ✔️
|
Check brake shoes for wear or damage
| ✔️
|
Inspect operation of wheel cylinders & report links
| ✔️
|
Check brake discs / drums for cracks & corrosion
| ✔️
|
Inspect brake hydraulic system
| ✔️
|
Inspect handbrake
| ✔️
|
Test and report brake fluid boiling point
| ✔️
|
Inspect ABS warning light
| ✔️
|
Check brake fluid & replacement schedule & report*
| ✔️
|
Final Checks
|
Road Test
| ✔️
|
Update service book (if applicable)
| ✔️
|
Note: Hybrid and EVs benefit from fewer moving parts than traditional engines but still require dedicated servicing to maintain battery health, regenerative braking systems, and electronics.