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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mini Clubman. Check any Clubman by registration number below.

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81.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.1%

vs Mini Avg

16

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mini Clubman — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mini Clubman has an average MOT pass rate of 81.6%, which is 0.1 percentage points below the Mini brand average of 81.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Clubman is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mini Clubman fails its MOT are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer. If you are preparing your Clubman for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mini Clubman, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mini Clubman performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 71 vehicles

97.2%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.9%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

2020

Based on 94 vehicles

86.2%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

8.1%

Mileage at 3yr

33k mi

Mileage at 5yr

60k mi

2019

Based on 803 vehicles

90.2%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

9.9%

Mileage at 3yr

41k mi

Mileage at 5yr

58k mi

2018

Based on 16,159 vehicles

89.1%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

11.7%

Mileage at 5yr

58k mi

2017

Based on 21,403 vehicles

87.2%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

14.0%

Mileage at 5yr

64k mi

2016

Based on 23,483 vehicles

86.1%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

14.5%

2015

Based on 3,799 vehicles

84.8%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

17.1%

2014

Based on 62 vehicles

90.3%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.5%

Mileage at 10yr

107k mi

2013

Based on 161 vehicles

86.3%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

10.5%

Mileage at 10yr

135k mi

2012

Based on 229 vehicles

76.9%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

21.5%

Mileage at 10yr

105k mi

2011

Based on 344 vehicles

79.7%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

16.7%

2010

Based on 212 vehicles

68.4%Average
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

38.3%

2009

Based on 217 vehicles

67.7%Average
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

24.1%

2008

Based on 270 vehicles

69.6%Average
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

27.4%

2007

Based on 65 vehicles

58.5%Below Average
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

41.7%

0

Based on 29,148 vehicles

88.0%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mini Clubman

The most common reasons a Mini Clubman fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

5.6%
2

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.4%
3

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

3.7%
4

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

3.7%
5

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.3%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

1.4%

Nearside

1.4%

Front Offside

1.4%

Mini Clubman — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mini Clubman MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mini Clubman?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mini Clubman is 81.6% compared to the Mini average of 81.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mini Clubman?
The most common MOT failures on the Mini Clubman are: A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (5.6%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.4%), Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer (3.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mini Clubman reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 81.6%, the Mini Clubman is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mini Clubman?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mini Clubman?
Typical mileage for the Mini Clubman: 40,193 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Clubman to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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