Don't recall how many groups I shot, but very few were actually at paper. That group came early on, as I had fired a few groups of a commercial brand (Federal) to check zero on the scope. That group was only 3 rounds, as I couldn't see where the round were impacting though the scope. A walk downrange resulted in the pleasant surprise of the approximately 1.25" group at the very bottom of the paper, about 6" low, and 2" left. For that string, my NPOA was great, and each shot was called good with the shot breaking when the crosshairs were on the center of the target. I was not shooting from a rest, I was in prone position using a GI-type sling. Shooter variables will influence the accuracy of that system. (Is the shooter, old, fat, out of shape? Did he drink too much coffee that morning? Is he out of practice? NPOA, breathing, trigger squeeze, follow-through, is he doing those correctly? .. etc,..) Other groups were 2-3", but I wasn't shooting for groups.. and there were several pulled shots..many of which are most likely attributed to the above variables..
After a sight adjustment, and a confirmation of my 100 yd zero, I commenced to having some fun ringing the steel plates, most noteworthy the 6" gong at about 200yds. And all went well and I was having a great afternoon until the O-ring on the scope popped out, and accuracy went out the window.
FWIW- The ammo with the best group was hand loaded, with each bullet weighed, cases trimmed to the same length, and each bullet seated to the same COL. I did this for my own accuracy tests after researching others experiences and recommendations. With my rifle, tested accuracy with 55gr. bullets was, meh...but I will continue for fun to see if I can find a brand of ammo, or 55gr. load it prefers. I had better luck, as some had suggested, with heavier bullets. Again, that is with my rifle, YMMV.
The Mini-14 is NOT known to be a super-accurate match grade long distance rifle. It's a fun little carbine that will serve a purpose within it's limits. Folks thinking the Mini-14 is something more will undoubtedly be disappointed.