Mooney M20J 201 Pre-Buy Checklist
Single Piston · 1977-1998 · 1,396 active
Purchase Price
$30K-$200K
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$1,915
per year (experienced)
Known Maintenance Issues
10 FAA Service Difficulty Reports (2015-2024)
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reports (SDR). Higher counts may reflect fleet size.
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
95
Total Incidents
90
Accidents
28
Fatal
68.1
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Mooney M20J 201 cost?
Typical purchase price: $30K-$200K
What should I check before buying a Mooney M20J 201?
Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.
How much is insurance for a Mooney M20J 201?
Experienced pilots: $1,915-$2,340/year.
Are there any known issues with the Mooney M20J 201?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
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Model years, known issues, what to inspect, and real ownership costs.
Mooney GuideDisclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.